PROGRESS!
Here's a report on progress made on challenging the financiers and makers of nuclear bombs.
A Better PNC Bank
A Petition to Pittsburgh, PA based PNC Financial Services/PNC Bank, its Board of Directors and current CEO, William Demchak
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons opened for signature at the United Nations in New York on 20 September 2017 and entered into force on 22 January 2021. There are currently 86 signatories and 54 states parties. Nuclear weapons are an affront to our humanity and are an imminent threat to the entire planet.
As a concerned citizen, I demand that PNC Bank sell off all the loans, investments, and bond issues that it has in nuclear arms producers. Further, I demand from PNC a binding commitment to never invest in any entity involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons.
In adding my name to the petition, I encourage the continuation of protests at PNC Headquarters and PNC branches and also the continued meetings with PNC personnel to advance this demand.
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons opened for signature at the United Nations in New York on 20 September 2017 and entered into force on 22 January 2021. There are currently 86 signatories and 54 states parties. Nuclear weapons are an affront to our humanity and are an imminent threat to the entire planet.
As a concerned citizen, I demand that PNC Bank sell off all the loans, investments, and bond issues that it has in nuclear arms producers. Further, I demand from PNC a binding commitment to never invest in any entity involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons.
In adding my name to the petition, I encourage the continuation of protests at PNC Headquarters and PNC branches and also the continued meetings with PNC personnel to advance this demand.
Molly Rush South Hills Justice Seekers, Pittsburgh, PA
I've been part of the Banking the Bomb campaign in Pittsburgh.
I've been part of the Banking the Bomb campaign in Pittsburgh.
Marie Dennis Pax Christi International, Washington, DC
Spending billions of dollars each year to maintain and refurbish the nuclear arsenal of the United States steals resources from providing for healthy, resilient communities that can slow the spread of disease and more quickly recover from serious threats like the COVID-19 pandemic. Nowhere is transformation more desperately needed than in freeing the world from the terrifying threat of nuclear weapons. Consent to the presence of nuclear weapons in our world not only accepts the risk of a nuclear conflagration in the future, but also undermines the ethical foundations for the common good here and now.
Spending billions of dollars each year to maintain and refurbish the nuclear arsenal of the United States steals resources from providing for healthy, resilient communities that can slow the spread of disease and more quickly recover from serious threats like the COVID-19 pandemic. Nowhere is transformation more desperately needed than in freeing the world from the terrifying threat of nuclear weapons. Consent to the presence of nuclear weapons in our world not only accepts the risk of a nuclear conflagration in the future, but also undermines the ethical foundations for the common good here and now.
Joseph Nangle, OFM Catholic Priest of the Franciscan Order, Assisi Community, Washington, DC
For me it is an embarrassment to learn that the bank where I do business, PNC, has huge investments in companies that produce nuclear weapons. I am impelled, therefore, to sign on as an endorser of this effort insisting that PNC divest of this immoral activity. Should PNC not comply with this moral demand, I shall be forced to close my account with them.
For me it is an embarrassment to learn that the bank where I do business, PNC, has huge investments in companies that produce nuclear weapons. I am impelled, therefore, to sign on as an endorser of this effort insisting that PNC divest of this immoral activity. Should PNC not comply with this moral demand, I shall be forced to close my account with them.
Edward T. Brett, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, History, La Roche University, Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Fr. Paul Dordal Co-Director, Christian Alliance for Peace, Pittsburgh, PA
We must rid the world of nuclear weapons, which represent an imminent and existential threat to humanity.
We must rid the world of nuclear weapons, which represent an imminent and existential threat to humanity.
World Beyond War Charlottesville, VA
Joyce Rothermel Chair St. Mary Madgalene Social Justice & Peace Committee, Pittsburgh, PA
As a matter of conscience, believing that even the possession of nuclear weapons is a sin, I want to use my voice to work for the abolition of nuclear weapons in whatever way I can seeking public policy in the U.S. toward their abolition and being an active member of the Stop Banking the Bomb Campaign in Pittsburgh, PA.
As a matter of conscience, believing that even the possession of nuclear weapons is a sin, I want to use my voice to work for the abolition of nuclear weapons in whatever way I can seeking public policy in the U.S. toward their abolition and being an active member of the Stop Banking the Bomb Campaign in Pittsburgh, PA.
Fr. Bernard Survil member Association of US Catholic Priests (AUSCP), Pax Christi Greensburg, Greensburg, PA
In the late 1980's I heard Fr. George Zabelka speak about his grave sin: cooperating with the dropping of the first A-Bombs on Japan 75 years ago. He was the chaplain of the Enola Gay crew and prayed with them that God-speed them on their mission. He said: "I was certain that this mass destruction was right....I had been brainwashed by my church's silence...On judgement day I'm going to need to seek more mercy than justice..." I invite all my fellow priests and deacons to learn from Fr. Zabelka: http://www.centerforchristiannonviolence.org/sites/default/files/media/resources/essays/FrGeorgeZabeklaInterview02.pdf
In the late 1980's I heard Fr. George Zabelka speak about his grave sin: cooperating with the dropping of the first A-Bombs on Japan 75 years ago. He was the chaplain of the Enola Gay crew and prayed with them that God-speed them on their mission. He said: "I was certain that this mass destruction was right....I had been brainwashed by my church's silence...On judgement day I'm going to need to seek more mercy than justice..." I invite all my fellow priests and deacons to learn from Fr. Zabelka: http://www.centerforchristiannonviolence.org/sites/default/files/media/resources/essays/FrGeorgeZabeklaInterview02.pdf
Fr. Neil Pezzulo Glenmary Home Missioners, AUSCP, Mayardville, TN
James Henke retired priest, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Shiner, TX
I whole heartily endorse the petition to PNC. The popes of the Catholic Church have condemned for a long time the use of nuclear weapons. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in their letter in 1983 condemned their use. Pope Francis has condemned not only their use but also the possession of such destructive weapons. One hundred and twenty two nations have signed the 2019 treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and 38 have ratified it. We as a nation must join them. No institution should even consider supporting the development of and certainly be against the use of such weapons that could destroy our planet.
I whole heartily endorse the petition to PNC. The popes of the Catholic Church have condemned for a long time the use of nuclear weapons. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in their letter in 1983 condemned their use. Pope Francis has condemned not only their use but also the possession of such destructive weapons. One hundred and twenty two nations have signed the 2019 treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and 38 have ratified it. We as a nation must join them. No institution should even consider supporting the development of and certainly be against the use of such weapons that could destroy our planet.
Nelson Belizario retired priest, Carmelite Order, Englewood, NJ
I agree with the effort to defund nuclear weapons. It has certainly been a hope since Pope Paul VI spoke to the UN -- War no more, no more war. We ask that you consider different methods of investment.
I agree with the effort to defund nuclear weapons. It has certainly been a hope since Pope Paul VI spoke to the UN -- War no more, no more war. We ask that you consider different methods of investment.
Dr. Margaret Pfeil Theology Dept. and Center for Social Concerns, University of Notre Dame, St. Peter Claver Catholic Worker Community, South Bend, IN
Moving toward a world without nuclear weapons will require systemic transformation, starting with the redirection of capital away from the nuclear arsenal and toward the basic needs of the most vulnerable, including our Earth.
Moving toward a world without nuclear weapons will require systemic transformation, starting with the redirection of capital away from the nuclear arsenal and toward the basic needs of the most vulnerable, including our Earth.
Jim Ruck and Gail Britanick Pax Christi Pittsburgh, Forest Hills, PA
Harry J. Bury, Ph.D. Twin Cities Nonviolent, St. Paul, MN
I no longer bank with PNC because of their investments in companies promoting our nuclear arsenal. I will return and once more bank with PNC when they cease their relationship with the nuclear industry and invest in companies that promote the well being of our society.
No need for nuclear weapons. What is needed to prevent wrongdoing is not punishment and the threat of punishment but positive reinforcement. Dropping food and medicine will change hearts and minds and not the threat of nuclear attacks.
I no longer bank with PNC because of their investments in companies promoting our nuclear arsenal. I will return and once more bank with PNC when they cease their relationship with the nuclear industry and invest in companies that promote the well being of our society.
No need for nuclear weapons. What is needed to prevent wrongdoing is not punishment and the threat of punishment but positive reinforcement. Dropping food and medicine will change hearts and minds and not the threat of nuclear attacks.
Vincent Petersen, OFM Conv member Conventual Franciscan Friars, Province of Our Lady of Consolation, Floyd's Knobs, IN
I am a customer of PNC Bank as I hold and use a credit card with your name brandished on it. Knowing that your institution is connected to the nuclear arms industry through your investments and therefore helps to fund further development of this sin against humanity - I add my name to this petition. I was a pastor in a small town in New Mexico where each day trucks filled with shipments of radioactive materials passed within two blocks of the parish, a school and a Head start program. With the passing of each shipment I would warn the townsfolk of the dangers approaching our community. The bells fell silent after they wore out - so many shipments - so many sleepless nights staying up to ring out the bells of warning. Even if we do not use these nuclear weapons, the by-products of their manufacture are already threatening the health and well-being of the people - and the environment. It is a sin to be building nuclear weapons and stealing from the poor. Your investments should be supporting the poor and not lining the pockets of corporations who are in the business of death. I will be petitioning my religious community to consider moving our business to another bank if this practice of your institution does not change.
I am a customer of PNC Bank as I hold and use a credit card with your name brandished on it. Knowing that your institution is connected to the nuclear arms industry through your investments and therefore helps to fund further development of this sin against humanity - I add my name to this petition. I was a pastor in a small town in New Mexico where each day trucks filled with shipments of radioactive materials passed within two blocks of the parish, a school and a Head start program. With the passing of each shipment I would warn the townsfolk of the dangers approaching our community. The bells fell silent after they wore out - so many shipments - so many sleepless nights staying up to ring out the bells of warning. Even if we do not use these nuclear weapons, the by-products of their manufacture are already threatening the health and well-being of the people - and the environment. It is a sin to be building nuclear weapons and stealing from the poor. Your investments should be supporting the poor and not lining the pockets of corporations who are in the business of death. I will be petitioning my religious community to consider moving our business to another bank if this practice of your institution does not change.
Dr. Frank Fromherz author of A Disarming Spirit: The Life of Archbishop Raymond Hunthausen, Portland, OR
Rev. Steven Greenebaum retired Founder of Living Interfaith Church, Lynwood, WA
As the world grows smaller and smaller, nuclear weapons and the threat they pose to the entirety of the Earth, including but not limited to all of humanity, have become a pointless horror. They can protect no one yet threaten to destroy everyone. I would urge PNC to cease financing them.
As the world grows smaller and smaller, nuclear weapons and the threat they pose to the entirety of the Earth, including but not limited to all of humanity, have become a pointless horror. They can protect no one yet threaten to destroy everyone. I would urge PNC to cease financing them.
Fr. John Heagle member AUSCP and Pax Christi USA, Salem, OR
The political theory of Mutual Assured Destruction is just that—MAD. The continued building of nuclear weapons is, along with the climate crisis, the greatest threat facing humanity.
The political theory of Mutual Assured Destruction is just that—MAD. The continued building of nuclear weapons is, along with the climate crisis, the greatest threat facing humanity.
Fran Ferder Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, Salem, OR
I belong to a Franciscan congregation of women religious, and we have prominently identified our headquarters in LaCrosse, WI., a nuclear free zone for many years. This fits with our commitment to justice and peace, and recognizes that the buildup of nuclear weapons serves no just or peaceful purpose. As a clinical psychologist, licensed in Oregon, I am committed, along with most other Oregon psychologists, to raising awareness about the fact that most civilized countries in the world have adopted the 2017 Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Our US Financial institutions need to honor this commitment.
I belong to a Franciscan congregation of women religious, and we have prominently identified our headquarters in LaCrosse, WI., a nuclear free zone for many years. This fits with our commitment to justice and peace, and recognizes that the buildup of nuclear weapons serves no just or peaceful purpose. As a clinical psychologist, licensed in Oregon, I am committed, along with most other Oregon psychologists, to raising awareness about the fact that most civilized countries in the world have adopted the 2017 Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Our US Financial institutions need to honor this commitment.
Rev. Simon R. Carian Pastor, Archdiocese of Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM
I dream of living in a world where institutions like PNC don't just care about money but rather care about the welfare of the people they serve. Nuclear disarmament serves the welfare of all; we all desire a future free from the devastation of weapons of mass destruction. It starts with places like PNC, however. Will they selfishly and disgustingly choose money and big contracts over the safety and well-being of the people in this world? No! May the change we all desire start with their courageous choice to STOP BANKING THE BOMB.
I dream of living in a world where institutions like PNC don't just care about money but rather care about the welfare of the people they serve. Nuclear disarmament serves the welfare of all; we all desire a future free from the devastation of weapons of mass destruction. It starts with places like PNC, however. Will they selfishly and disgustingly choose money and big contracts over the safety and well-being of the people in this world? No! May the change we all desire start with their courageous choice to STOP BANKING THE BOMB.
Leonard Dubi retired priest Archdiocese of Chicago, a founding father of AUSCP, Hazel Crest, IL
We must organize to build power to serve the People of God as well as the planet to bring about true and lasting peace and freedom from the fear of nuclear weapons. Acts 17:27-28
We must organize to build power to serve the People of God as well as the planet to bring about true and lasting peace and freedom from the fear of nuclear weapons. Acts 17:27-28
James G. Birnbaum attorney, La Crosse, WI
As civil rights and human rights activist for the last 51 years and before, I have actively opposed the existence and proliferation of nuclear weapons. As a person with a long history of religious rights advocacy, as an employee of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a practicing trial and appellate lawyer, a Member Chair of a Catholic Franciscan University, a Diocesan Attorney for the last 40 years under five Bishops, a dual citizen (born in the USA) and a recent citizen of Luxembourg who votes in the European Union, I believe it is unconscionable to fund or support nuclear weapons. Please do your part to end nuclear atrocities.
As civil rights and human rights activist for the last 51 years and before, I have actively opposed the existence and proliferation of nuclear weapons. As a person with a long history of religious rights advocacy, as an employee of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a practicing trial and appellate lawyer, a Member Chair of a Catholic Franciscan University, a Diocesan Attorney for the last 40 years under five Bishops, a dual citizen (born in the USA) and a recent citizen of Luxembourg who votes in the European Union, I believe it is unconscionable to fund or support nuclear weapons. Please do your part to end nuclear atrocities.
Melvin Hardy Peace Action, Mayors for Peace, Washington, DC
I participate in the United Nations NPT as a civil society delegate. I consult for a company that is a PNC Bank depositor. I endorse any effort to have any and all companies disinvest from Nuclear Weapons development, and by implication, any and all of its implications, including the by-products of nuclear power that fuels nuclear weapons.
I participate in the United Nations NPT as a civil society delegate. I consult for a company that is a PNC Bank depositor. I endorse any effort to have any and all companies disinvest from Nuclear Weapons development, and by implication, any and all of its implications, including the by-products of nuclear power that fuels nuclear weapons.
Tom Navin Glenmary Home Missioners, Lakeside Park, KY
Jay Walker Green Party of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA
We pay for nuclear weapons three times. Once when our banking financial capacity is used up to pay for developing them. Twice when our government spends our tax dollars on purchasing them. Thrice when increased stocks of nuclear weapons ramp up conflict between nations leading to endless warfare. This money could be much better spent on ensuring the human right to housing and healthcare. Stop Banking the Bomb!
We pay for nuclear weapons three times. Once when our banking financial capacity is used up to pay for developing them. Twice when our government spends our tax dollars on purchasing them. Thrice when increased stocks of nuclear weapons ramp up conflict between nations leading to endless warfare. This money could be much better spent on ensuring the human right to housing and healthcare. Stop Banking the Bomb!
Fr. Walter Helms Diocese of Davenport, retired, Tiffin IA
Bob Bonner Pittsburgh Anti Imperialist League, retired RN, Pittsburgh, PA
PNC needs to recognize that we will not put up with nuclear weapons. I do not want them to finance nuclear weapons or delivery systems including lending to supplier or developer companies. I am a PhD. in physics and retired faculty member from Penn State.
PNC needs to recognize that we will not put up with nuclear weapons. I do not want them to finance nuclear weapons or delivery systems including lending to supplier or developer companies. I am a PhD. in physics and retired faculty member from Penn State.
Thomas Casey Pax Christi Western NY, East Aurora, NY
Jacquelyn Doepker member Sisters of St. Francis of Tiffin, Ohio, Tiffin, OH
I am totally against nuclear weapons, so I urge PNC to drop all support for those building or dealing in nuclear weapons. I do not want my bank to support nuclear weapons in any way.
I am totally against nuclear weapons, so I urge PNC to drop all support for those building or dealing in nuclear weapons. I do not want my bank to support nuclear weapons in any way.
Ed Cloonan Pittsburgh Anti Imperialist League, Munhall, PA
PNC stop your complicity in making nuclear weapons.
PNC stop your complicity in making nuclear weapons.
Bishop Tom Gumbleton Archdiocese of Detroit, Detroit, MI
I strongly support your effort to ‘Stop Banking the Bomb.’ Please add my name to the petition.
I strongly support your effort to ‘Stop Banking the Bomb.’ Please add my name to the petition.
Rev. James Flynn Archdiocese of Louisville, Louisville, KY
It's high time!
It's high time!
Chris McCullough Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, Baltimore, MD
Walter Tillow Louisville, KY
Sally H. Patten St. Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Church, Powder Springs, TN
Larry Johnson Glenmary Home Missioners, Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation, Lafayette, TN
Tayfun Gol Pittsburgh Coordinator of the Party for Socialism and Liberation, Pittsburgh, PA
Greg Godels Pittsburgh, PA
Mel Packer Pittsburgh, PA
Senator Jim Ferlo, retired Pittsburgh, PA
Exploring the creation of a public/community owned bank.
Exploring the creation of a public/community owned bank.
Leonard Eiger Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, Friday Harbor, WA
Humanity and nuclear weapons simply cannot co-exist. It is not a matter of if they will ever be used, ending the human experiment, but when! They must be abolished!
Humanity and nuclear weapons simply cannot co-exist. It is not a matter of if they will ever be used, ending the human experiment, but when! They must be abolished!
Elizabeth Bjerke member Raging Grannies, Pittsburgh, PA
PNC could be a leader in divesting from military/nuclear weapons development and manufacturing. PNC's stated commitment to socially responsible investments is shallow if the investing in nuclear weapons systems continues.
PNC could be a leader in divesting from military/nuclear weapons development and manufacturing. PNC's stated commitment to socially responsible investments is shallow if the investing in nuclear weapons systems continues.
Richard Geiger human, McKees Rocks, PA
Money or people. Which would a Wall Street bank value more?
Money or people. Which would a Wall Street bank value more?
Peter C. Hinde Carmelite Fathers, El Paso, TX
Good for the PIttsburg leadership to ban the bomb. The threat to use a nuke is a crime against humanity.
Good for the PIttsburg leadership to ban the bomb. The threat to use a nuke is a crime against humanity.
Marcia Lehman Beaver County (PA) Peace Links, Ambridge, PA
Charles L. Patten Powder Springs, TN
Anthony Scheminger Pax Christi Salamanca, Cuba, NY
Take 2 minutes to view this video Which is better: Cost of Nukes or the alternative? https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=Njd4Ov6Xsp4&feature=emb_logo In a landmark statement on nuclear arms in November 2017, Pope Francis categorically condemned not only “the threat of their use” but also “their very possession.” He restated this position when he visited the two Japanese cities last November.
Take 2 minutes to view this video Which is better: Cost of Nukes or the alternative? https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=Njd4Ov6Xsp4&feature=emb_logo In a landmark statement on nuclear arms in November 2017, Pope Francis categorically condemned not only “the threat of their use” but also “their very possession.” He restated this position when he visited the two Japanese cities last November.
Wanda Guthrie Pittsburgh Friends Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA
It’s time PNC stops its historical financing of those who kill Creation.
It’s time PNC stops its historical financing of those who kill Creation.
Rosemary Trump Battle of Homestead Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA
Save humanity. Divest investments from nuclear weaponry. Stop financing Armageddon.
Save humanity. Divest investments from nuclear weaponry. Stop financing Armageddon.
Bob Mason Trafford, PA
I reluctantly closed my PNC account earlier this year because of the bank's failure to change it's financial support for the nuclear weapons industry.
I reluctantly closed my PNC account earlier this year because of the bank's failure to change it's financial support for the nuclear weapons industry.
Rosemarie Pace Pax Christi Metro New York, Middle Village, NY
While I don't think my banks are affiliated with PNC, I can tell you I am in the process of closing my accounts with HSBC because it is invested in nuclear weapons, as well as other socially irresponsible businesses. I hope there will be a day very soon when we don't have to go searching for banks with a conscience because all banks will be too moral and ethical to invest in nuclear weapons, nuclear energy, fossil fuels, and so many other harmful businesses. Let's make peace profitable instead of death and destruction.
While I don't think my banks are affiliated with PNC, I can tell you I am in the process of closing my accounts with HSBC because it is invested in nuclear weapons, as well as other socially irresponsible businesses. I hope there will be a day very soon when we don't have to go searching for banks with a conscience because all banks will be too moral and ethical to invest in nuclear weapons, nuclear energy, fossil fuels, and so many other harmful businesses. Let's make peace profitable instead of death and destruction.
Marian Ronan, Ph.D. New York Theological Seminary, Brooklyn, NY
Shame on you if you keep funding the destruction of human civilization!
Shame on you if you keep funding the destruction of human civilization!
Patrick Henry Walla Walla, WA
No more nukes.
No more nukes.
Helga Moor New Jersey Peace Action, Clifton, NJ
No business has any business being involved in anything nuclear which is a danger to all humankind.
No business has any business being involved in anything nuclear which is a danger to all humankind.
Margaret Mary Flushing, NY
Rhe Kennedy US citizen, New York, NY
Patricia Constantino Brooklyn, NY
Joel Woller Pittsburgh, PA
Michael Moran St. Francis Xavier Church, Manhattan, NY
Jean Fallon Maryknoll Sisters, Ossining, NY
Be a bank of the future, not the past!
Be a bank of the future, not the past!
RoseAnne Cleary Glendale, PA
This information must be widely promulgated so that PNC is made aware of public sentiment.
This information must be widely promulgated so that PNC is made aware of public sentiment.
Edith P. Newman Pax Christi Metro New York, Brooklyn, NY
What's the best way to end the nuclear weapons programs of other nations? Ending the American nuclear weapons program! Let our nation become an exemplar of caring for its own citizens and peaceful sharing with other nations.
What's the best way to end the nuclear weapons programs of other nations? Ending the American nuclear weapons program! Let our nation become an exemplar of caring for its own citizens and peaceful sharing with other nations.
Gerald Walsh Green Party, Claysville, PA
Luree Miller Pittsburgh, PA
Susan M. Smith, Ph.D. Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF), Pittsburgh, PA
PNC is a community leader in many ways. Take one more vital step: Divest and don't give loans to corporations that make nuclear weapons.
PNC is a community leader in many ways. Take one more vital step: Divest and don't give loans to corporations that make nuclear weapons.
Sui San Mui New York, NY
When I lived in Philadelphia I had a PNC bank account. I have fond memories of PNC bank tellers.
When I lived in Philadelphia I had a PNC bank account. I have fond memories of PNC bank tellers.
Kathie Westman Gibsonia, PA
Margaret Flanagan Pax Christi Metro New York, New York, NY
I am looking for a bank that is not supporting nuclear weapons, I will transfer my monies there when I find one that has enough branches for me to use.
I will not put my money in PNC until you divest from nuclear weapons and nuclear power support.
I am looking for a bank that is not supporting nuclear weapons, I will transfer my monies there when I find one that has enough branches for me to use.
I will not put my money in PNC until you divest from nuclear weapons and nuclear power support.
Rev. David Engbarth Diocese of Rockford, Illinois, Pax Christi International, AUSCP, Largo, FL
Our fragile planet is at a tipping point as to whether or not we will destroy ourselves through nuclear weapons of mass destruction. I find it morally reprehensible that the PNC Bank invests in companies that produce nuclear weapons and strongly urge you to divest immediately of this dreadful association.
Our fragile planet is at a tipping point as to whether or not we will destroy ourselves through nuclear weapons of mass destruction. I find it morally reprehensible that the PNC Bank invests in companies that produce nuclear weapons and strongly urge you to divest immediately of this dreadful association.
Marcus Keyes Oak Ridge Environmental Peace Alliance, Washburn, TN
It's time for PNC to divest from Nuclear weapons
It's time for PNC to divest from Nuclear weapons
Scott Tyson CEO Pediatrics South, HealthCare4AllPA, Pittsburgh, PA
It is time that PNC stopped supporting the building of new nuclear weapons. Please put your support to dismantling the existing ones. Stop funding a WMD that will eventually be used. Please spend that money on things that help us as a society.
It is time that PNC stopped supporting the building of new nuclear weapons. Please put your support to dismantling the existing ones. Stop funding a WMD that will eventually be used. Please spend that money on things that help us as a society.
Tom Milton Pax Christi Metro, Hastings on Hudson, NY
Anne Bjornson Pax Christi Metro, Bayside, NY
Elaine Chan New York, NY
Paul Milanowski Pax Christi, Grand Rapids, MI
Banking weapons of mass destruction is totally immoral.
Banking weapons of mass destruction is totally immoral.
James Barry Malden, MA
William J. Kramer retired Roman Catholic Priest, Springfield, OH
Support of these types of weapons is morally offensive. If we are going to build a just and free world these weapons need to be destroyed not invested in.
Support of these types of weapons is morally offensive. If we are going to build a just and free world these weapons need to be destroyed not invested in.
Vincent Burns Catholic Church, Lansdale, PA
Dolores Schmitt Pax Christi Metro NY, Middle Village, NY
Stephen Cleghorn St. Matthew Catholic Church, Baltimore, MD
Mr. Demchak and PNC Board members - It seems so obvious that PNC should refrain from financing nuclear weapons of mass destruction. Why don't you? I am dismayed and upset, even disgusted, as a PNC customer who has met many wonderful clerks and managers in your banks from Punxsutawney to Pittsburgh, from Baltimore to Birmingham. It saddens me that you would betray their humanity (and your own) by threatening all humanity and much life on Earth by allowing these weapons to exist, by investing in their "modernization," rather than dedicating your resources to their abolition. Pope Francis at Hiroshima said this: “The use of atomic energy for purposes of war is immoral. As is the possession of atomic weapons. We will be judged for this." He's right. We will be. I beg you to stop banking the bomb and turn away from these weapons, stop funding them. Instead you could make PNC a leader in the abolition of nuclear weapons. How wonderful would that be for your children and their children to grow up in a world without the threat of nuclear annihilation?
Mr. Demchak and PNC Board members - It seems so obvious that PNC should refrain from financing nuclear weapons of mass destruction. Why don't you? I am dismayed and upset, even disgusted, as a PNC customer who has met many wonderful clerks and managers in your banks from Punxsutawney to Pittsburgh, from Baltimore to Birmingham. It saddens me that you would betray their humanity (and your own) by threatening all humanity and much life on Earth by allowing these weapons to exist, by investing in their "modernization," rather than dedicating your resources to their abolition. Pope Francis at Hiroshima said this: “The use of atomic energy for purposes of war is immoral. As is the possession of atomic weapons. We will be judged for this." He's right. We will be. I beg you to stop banking the bomb and turn away from these weapons, stop funding them. Instead you could make PNC a leader in the abolition of nuclear weapons. How wonderful would that be for your children and their children to grow up in a world without the threat of nuclear annihilation?
Sanford Kelson Conneaut Lake, Pa
Tony Gallagher Toledo, OH
Fr. Frank Morin retired priest Diocese of Portland, Waterville, ME
Susi Snyder PAX, Utrecht, Netherlands
Jack Gilroy Veterans for Peace, Endwell, NY
Pennsylvania was my birthplace , my education from grade 1 through the University of Scranton...I'll encourage friends and relatives in Pennsylvania to consider removing their accounts from PNC. Hopefully, PNC will do the right thing and end their financial friendship with weapons of death and destruction.
Pennsylvania was my birthplace , my education from grade 1 through the University of Scranton...I'll encourage friends and relatives in Pennsylvania to consider removing their accounts from PNC. Hopefully, PNC will do the right thing and end their financial friendship with weapons of death and destruction.
Fr. Ernest J. Corriveau, MS, retired Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette, Attleboro, MA
Peter Murray Saint Raphael Church, Raleigh, NC
Please stop investment in places, Corp. entities that support nuclear arms manufacture.
Please stop investment in places, Corp. entities that support nuclear arms manufacture.
Jack D. Brennan Guardian Angels Parish, Springdale, PA
Keith Zehr Pittsburgh, PA
Fr. Garrett Dorsey Diocese of Pittsburgh, Whitehall, PA
Fr. Regis Ryan Diocese of Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, PA
Anson Heagle Algoma, WI
Mike Stout Izaak Walton League of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA
Nukes = Human Extincton! I have withdrawn my account and will NEVER do business with PNC until they stop financing nukes!
Nukes = Human Extincton! I have withdrawn my account and will NEVER do business with PNC until they stop financing nukes!
Fr. Bob Cushing Macon Hermitage, AUSCP, Macon, GA
Nuclear weapons are a crime against God and humanity.
Nuclear weapons are a crime against God and humanity.
Deacon James Rauner Pax Christi, AUSCP, JustFaith, Watervliet, MI
Robert Podzikowski Pax Christi Michigan, Oak Park, MI
Pax Christi Michigan Lansing, MI
Physicians for Social Responsibility Washington, DC
Martin Fleck Director, Nuclear Weapons Abolition Program, Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR), Springfield, VA
A meaningful medical response to any use of nuclear weapons would be impossible. Any use of nuclear weapons would have devastating health, humanitarian and environmental consequences. We can’t prepare for nuclear war, so we must prevent it. We are on the wrong path and we need to get onto a different path. Progress toward disarmament is hindered by profiteering, so PSR strongly supports divestment from nuclear weapons industries. PSR also urges the United States government to begin negotiations with the other 8 nuclear-armed countries for a time-bound, verifiable, enforceable agreement to dismantle all nuclear weapons, worldwide.
A meaningful medical response to any use of nuclear weapons would be impossible. Any use of nuclear weapons would have devastating health, humanitarian and environmental consequences. We can’t prepare for nuclear war, so we must prevent it. We are on the wrong path and we need to get onto a different path. Progress toward disarmament is hindered by profiteering, so PSR strongly supports divestment from nuclear weapons industries. PSR also urges the United States government to begin negotiations with the other 8 nuclear-armed countries for a time-bound, verifiable, enforceable agreement to dismantle all nuclear weapons, worldwide.
Chesapeake Physicians for Social Responsibility Baltimore, MD
Preventnuclearwar-Maryland Baltimore, MD
Gwen DuBois, MD, MPH President, Physicians for Social Responsibility & Preventnuclearwar-Maryland, Baltimore, MD
Rev. Frederick L. Thelen Pax Christi Michigan, Weldman, MI
Mark Scibilia-Carver Friends of Franz & Ben, Trumansburg, NY
Surely Pope Francis' categorical condemnation of the threat to use nuclear weapons as well as their very possession would include not investing in them in any way.
Surely Pope Francis' categorical condemnation of the threat to use nuclear weapons as well as their very possession would include not investing in them in any way.
Sr. Jean Rupertus Chester Community Coalition, Claymont, DE
Danat Brysch Felician Sisters, Beaver Falls, PA
Helping finance nuclear weapons in no way aids in the upbuilding of society; money spent on armaments is money used to stoke further violence in the world; adding to the risk of obliterating humanity.
Helping finance nuclear weapons in no way aids in the upbuilding of society; money spent on armaments is money used to stoke further violence in the world; adding to the risk of obliterating humanity.
Evelyn Rock Catholic, Stanford, CA
Want to have any of our ( husband Peter Rock) investments pulled out of armaments of any kind or type.
Want to have any of our ( husband Peter Rock) investments pulled out of armaments of any kind or type.
Maria Asteinza Forest Hills, NY
Maryann Agnes Mueller Felician Sisters, Enfield, CT
Gail Caswell San Francisco, CA
Kathie Takush Reading, PA
Christopher W. Buckley Seattle, WA
J. L. Angell Rescue, CA
Kathy Bradley Lugoff, SC
Anne MacFadyen Pax Christi, Boynton Beach, FL
Ramona Miller Sisters of St. Francis, Rochester, MN
As a Franciscan Sister, I am committed to promoting peacemaking. Building and storing nuclear weapons threatens peace in our world. I advocate the banning of all nuclear weapons.
As a Franciscan Sister, I am committed to promoting peacemaking. Building and storing nuclear weapons threatens peace in our world. I advocate the banning of all nuclear weapons.
Elsa M. Gibson Silver Spring, MD
I could not do any business with you now that I know of your connection to sinful nuclear weapons with their potential to harm and indeed kill life.
I could not do any business with you now that I know of your connection to sinful nuclear weapons with their potential to harm and indeed kill life.
Jill Nicholas Penfield, NY
Nancy Opalski Companion to Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Trenton, NJ
Mary Kelley Pax Christi, Parkland, FL
Pax Christi works toward eliminating nuclear weapons.
Pax Christi works toward eliminating nuclear weapons.
Joanne Tenney Franciscan Action Network, Escondido, CA
Leigh Stamets Carmichael, CA
Mark J. Kuehner CASA (Citizens in Action Serving All) Blue Island, Blue Island, IL
The nuclear weapons industry is dangerous and immoral.
The nuclear weapons industry is dangerous and immoral.
Marlys Jax Rochester, MN
Diane Gaertner Commack, NY
Joe Ehrhardt Franciscan Friars, Beacon, NY
Let us do what is Best for our World, All Peoples, & All Creation!
Let us do what is Best for our World, All Peoples, & All Creation!
Barbara and Jim Dale Decorah, IA
Removing the nuclear threat enhances everyone's security.
Removing the nuclear threat enhances everyone's security.
Mark Grotzke Palos Heights, IL
Don't bankroll nuclear weaponry.
Don't bankroll nuclear weaponry.
Helen Malcheski Milwaukee, WI
Patti Loehnig St. Louis, MO
Ramon Lopez Comision de paz, justicia y integridad de la creacion, San Juan, Colombia
Mary Ellen Joseph Scottsdale, AZ
Make better, peaceful sense for your grandchildren.
Make better, peaceful sense for your grandchildren.
Robert M. Brown Fircrest, WA
All banks should consider themselves citizens of the Earth and should want the best for it.
All banks should consider themselves citizens of the Earth and should want the best for it.
Leona Wieland Catholic Church, Sartell, MN
As the 75th Anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima approaches, I born on August 6th, call for an end of nuclear weapon development and deployment since it falsely tries to save life on our planet.
As the 75th Anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima approaches, I born on August 6th, call for an end of nuclear weapon development and deployment since it falsely tries to save life on our planet.
Kay Reibold Raleigh, NC
Bob Pedretti Mission Santa Clara, San Jose, CA
Blood money is not for the common good.
Blood money is not for the common good.
Sister Kathleen Moore Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, Reading, PA
Brother Mark Schroeder, OFM Franciscans for Justice, Santa Barbara, CA
Do the right thing.
Do the right thing.
Helen Jacobson, OSF Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Wilmington, DE
Sister Antonelle Chunka Felician Sisters of North America, Spotswood, NJ
Gloriamarie Amalfitano Episcopal Church, San Diego, CA
Dawn Albnese Elk Grove Village, IL
Joan Hrabe Rochester, MN
Sherrill Futrell Davis, CA
Beyond the immortality of nukes, they're lousy investments.
Beyond the immortality of nukes, they're lousy investments.
Bonnie Denhaan United Church of Canada, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada
Hope this gets millions of signatures, globally!
Hope this gets millions of signatures, globally!
Andrea Likovich Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Aston, PA
Bernardo Alayza Mujica Sioux City, IA
Joan Felling Benedictines for Peace & Justice, St. Joseph, MN
Sister Betty Reinders School Sisters of St. Francis, Milwaukee, WI
Natalie Van Leekwijck Hazard, NE
Thomas Nieland Alamo, TX
Kaitlyn Monroeville, PA
Cheryl Arthur Charlottesville, VA
Kathy Shores Tempe, AZ
Joyce Frohn Oshkosh, WI
Carolyn Riddle Roman Catholic Church, TX
There can be no greater threat to all life, human and non-human, than nuclear weapons and waste products. Their proliferation must end.
There can be no greater threat to all life, human and non-human, than nuclear weapons and waste products. Their proliferation must end.
Tim Trout Jeannette, PA
Dominic Denuzzio Pittsburgh for Socialism and Liberation, ANSWER Coalition, Pittsburgh, PA
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons opened for signature at the United Nations in New York on 20 September 2017 and entered into force on 22 January 2021. There are currently 86 signatories and 54 states parties. Nuclear weapons are an affront to our humanity and are an imminent threat to the entire planet. PNC should cease all involvement with the nuclear weapons industry
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons opened for signature at the United Nations in New York on 20 September 2017 and entered into force on 22 January 2021. There are currently 86 signatories and 54 states parties. Nuclear weapons are an affront to our humanity and are an imminent threat to the entire planet. PNC should cease all involvement with the nuclear weapons industry
Jared Negley Harmony, PA
Sister Bell Joyce Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Secane, PA
Peter Schutz Coalition For Peace Action (CFPA), High Bridge, NJ
If we don't get rid of nuclear weapons, someday they will get rid of us.
If we don't get rid of nuclear weapons, someday they will get rid of us.
Martha Spencer Brevard, NC
Deacon Keith G. Kondrich Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bruce Gagnon Global Network Against Weapons & Nuclear Power in Space, Brunswick, ME
Stop paying for the bomb!
Stop paying for the bomb!
Nicholas Noe, OFS Secular Franciscan, DeKalb, IL
Ed Kinane Upstate (NY) Drone Action, Syracuse, NY
"da nuke nuke makes me want to puke puke" (song from the seventies). who gains from nuclear weaponry? a handful of corporations and investors. who loses? every human being on this planet. (not to mention the rest of sentient life).
"da nuke nuke makes me want to puke puke" (song from the seventies). who gains from nuclear weaponry? a handful of corporations and investors. who loses? every human being on this planet. (not to mention the rest of sentient life).
Peter E. Swords Syracuse Peace Council, Syracuse, NY
Charley Bowman Environmental Justice Taskforce of the Western NY Peace Center, Getzville, NY
Paki Wieland Code Pink, Conway, NH
Richard John Kinane Boulder, CO
Caring, thinking, courageous friends don't let friends fund nukes.
Caring, thinking, courageous friends don't let friends fund nukes.
Steering Committee of the Justice & Peace Network Sisters of Saint Francis, Rochester, MN
James E. Jennings, PhD Conscience International, Gainesville, GA
Nuclear weapons are a Sword of Damocles hanging over every man, woman, and child on earth, as President Kennedy said in 1961. As dangerous as nuclear weapons are, humanity in the Twenty-first Century faces an even more profoundly dangerous threat because of the massive stockpiles of biological weapons, which, like an unopened Pandora's Box, have yet to be unleashed on humankind. All weapons of mass destruction must be banned by consensus of the international community. Banks like PNC can do their part by refusing to participate in their creation, with a commensurate degree of responsibility for their eventual use.
Nuclear weapons are a Sword of Damocles hanging over every man, woman, and child on earth, as President Kennedy said in 1961. As dangerous as nuclear weapons are, humanity in the Twenty-first Century faces an even more profoundly dangerous threat because of the massive stockpiles of biological weapons, which, like an unopened Pandora's Box, have yet to be unleashed on humankind. All weapons of mass destruction must be banned by consensus of the international community. Banks like PNC can do their part by refusing to participate in their creation, with a commensurate degree of responsibility for their eventual use.
Sister Mary Kay Mahowa Franciscans, El Paso, Tx
No more investments in death. Choose LIFE
No more investments in death. Choose LIFE
Barb Rogers Ames, IA
Rick Wayman CEO, Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, Santa Barbara, CA
PNC should get out in front of this issue here in the United States by implementing an explicit policy to not fund nuclear weapons producers.
PNC should get out in front of this issue here in the United States by implementing an explicit policy to not fund nuclear weapons producers.
Deacon Herb Riley Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Art Hanson Lansing, MI
I strongly urge PNC Bank to sell off ALL the loans, investments, and bond issues it has in nuclear arms producers. Also, I strongly urge PNC to issue a binding commitment to NEVER invest in ANY entity involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons.
I make this urgent request as a former U.S. Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Launch Officer who knows the extreme dangers of even possessing nuclear weapons. Nuclear war should NEVER be started because it can NEVER be won. EVERYONE loses.
I strongly urge PNC Bank to sell off ALL the loans, investments, and bond issues it has in nuclear arms producers. Also, I strongly urge PNC to issue a binding commitment to NEVER invest in ANY entity involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons.
I make this urgent request as a former U.S. Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Launch Officer who knows the extreme dangers of even possessing nuclear weapons. Nuclear war should NEVER be started because it can NEVER be won. EVERYONE loses.
Wilton Vought Montrose, PA
Leslie Potter Pax Christi Peace Vigil Elmira, Big Flats, NY
We have gone 75 years without another nuclear 'event,' but as tension rises due to global inequity, COVID-19, and increasing nationalism, the stakes are rising. We must eliminate the grand eliminator, nuclear weapons!h
We have gone 75 years without another nuclear 'event,' but as tension rises due to global inequity, COVID-19, and increasing nationalism, the stakes are rising. We must eliminate the grand eliminator, nuclear weapons!h
Daryl Denning Elmira NY Quakers, Veterans for Peace, Corning, NY
Too many close calls - depending on "luck" and mutual assured destruction bring us closer to midnight on the Doomsday Clock. 75 years after Hiroshima & Nagasaki, we still bear witness to the horrors inflicted. The proliferation of even more powerful weapons of mass destruction and the many close calls over the years command us to act. Nukes are a sin against God and all God's creation.
Too many close calls - depending on "luck" and mutual assured destruction bring us closer to midnight on the Doomsday Clock. 75 years after Hiroshima & Nagasaki, we still bear witness to the horrors inflicted. The proliferation of even more powerful weapons of mass destruction and the many close calls over the years command us to act. Nukes are a sin against God and all God's creation.
Sean Nolan Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Divest from Nuclear weapons please.
I believe that PNC bank, as the nation's sixth largest bank, can be a local leader in paving the way toward a nuclear free future for America. We don't need to manufacture more atomic or hydrogen bombs. We already possess too many to properly manage and account for safely, at all times.
In addition, I support a carbon tax or carbon fee on greenhouse gas emitters. A tax or fee could work better than the current cap and trade system of carbon emissions. It is less bureaucratic and more predictable than the cap and trade system. A price of $15 per ton of CO2 emitted, with a $10 per ton gradual increase over time, is a good starting place. This will reduce carbon emissions by 30% in the next decade and get us further toward net zero emissions by the year 2050. I take the opportunity to mention the carbon tax issue at this time b/c I feel that climate change is as serious an issue as is nuclear arms disarmament. Thank you -
Divest from Nuclear weapons please.
I believe that PNC bank, as the nation's sixth largest bank, can be a local leader in paving the way toward a nuclear free future for America. We don't need to manufacture more atomic or hydrogen bombs. We already possess too many to properly manage and account for safely, at all times.
In addition, I support a carbon tax or carbon fee on greenhouse gas emitters. A tax or fee could work better than the current cap and trade system of carbon emissions. It is less bureaucratic and more predictable than the cap and trade system. A price of $15 per ton of CO2 emitted, with a $10 per ton gradual increase over time, is a good starting place. This will reduce carbon emissions by 30% in the next decade and get us further toward net zero emissions by the year 2050. I take the opportunity to mention the carbon tax issue at this time b/c I feel that climate change is as serious an issue as is nuclear arms disarmament. Thank you -
Wanda M. Guthrie EcoJustice Working Group Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
The military continues to be an existential threat to our world. Words alone cannot prevent a nuclear catastrophe, not good intentions, not plans and meetings of diplomats or heads of state only policies that prevent any financial involvement in nuclear weapons-producing companies. Simply DON'T BANK THE BOMB; prevent investments in the nuclear weapons industry!
The military continues to be an existential threat to our world. Words alone cannot prevent a nuclear catastrophe, not good intentions, not plans and meetings of diplomats or heads of state only policies that prevent any financial involvement in nuclear weapons-producing companies. Simply DON'T BANK THE BOMB; prevent investments in the nuclear weapons industry!
Briton Holmberg Chicago, IL
I had no idea PNC was funding such violence and destruction. Please divest immediately or I will need to change banks.
I had no idea PNC was funding such violence and destruction. Please divest immediately or I will need to change banks.
Regina Birchem St. Joseph, MN
Liane Norman Pittsburgh, PA
Thomas J. Severin Connellsville, PA
Professor Francis A. Boyle Champaign, IL
Carol Teodori Parramatta Diocese, Blue Mountains Deanery, Hazelbrook, New South Wales, Australia
My family has been with PNC (previously Bridgeville Trust) since the 40s. We have trusted the Bank and been practically family with many of the tellers and office staff. The personal care offered has been exceptional. We know your people care. Please take this opportunity to show that care by divesting of anything that supports nuclear weapons. Thank you.
My family has been with PNC (previously Bridgeville Trust) since the 40s. We have trusted the Bank and been practically family with many of the tellers and office staff. The personal care offered has been exceptional. We know your people care. Please take this opportunity to show that care by divesting of anything that supports nuclear weapons. Thank you.
Deno De Ciantis Penn State (retired), Pittsburgh, PA
Cynthia Vanda Pittsburgh, PA
Robert Anderson, PhD Former Pittsburgh resident, NM
John G. Oesterle Association of Pittsburgh Priests, Pittsburgh, PA
Philomena O'Dea Pittsburgh, PA
"Now I am become death, the destroyer of worlds." - J. Robert Oppenheimer. Bank on human progress not extinction please.
"Now I am become death, the destroyer of worlds." - J. Robert Oppenheimer. Bank on human progress not extinction please.
Byron Borger Dallastown, PA
Mary Jean Havern Pittsburgh, PA
Paola Scommegna Pittsburgh, PA
Marcia Snowden Association of Pittsburgh Priests, Pittsburgh, PA
Barbara Cass Pittsburgh, PA
We do not need nuclear proliferation. Let’s ban nuclear weapons and work for peace!
We do not need nuclear proliferation. Let’s ban nuclear weapons and work for peace!
William Talentino Capuchin Franciscans, Santa Ynez, CA
Jeanie and David Mayes Unitarian Church, Minneapolis, MN
RoBear Wilson Thomas Merton Center of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Brother Benedict LaTrobe, PA
Anything that promotes peace and outlaws nuclear weapons is a must for Christians today.
Anything that promotes peace and outlaws nuclear weapons is a must for Christians today.
Catherine Raphael Pittsburgh, PA
Joyce Hylazewski, MM St. Mary Madgalene, Pittsburgh, PA
Sister Betty Sundry Sisters of Divine Providence, Allison Park, PA
Cornelius Cosgrove Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Art McDonald First Universalist Church, Essex, MA
Mary Heath Brunswick, ME
As a member of the Maine Green Party I oppose the funding of nuclear arm products by PNC or any banking institution. Thank you for bringing this to the public's attention.
As a member of the Maine Green Party I oppose the funding of nuclear arm products by PNC or any banking institution. Thank you for bringing this to the public's attention.
Rev. Nicolas Argentieri Pittsburgh, PA
Please use the money and talents we are given by God not to annihilate and destroy but to build and strengthen one another. May God bless you with the knowledge and right judgment to discontinue funding the maintenance and sustenance of nuclear weapons.
Please use the money and talents we are given by God not to annihilate and destroy but to build and strengthen one another. May God bless you with the knowledge and right judgment to discontinue funding the maintenance and sustenance of nuclear weapons.
Vincent Stegman Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Bethel Park, PA
Enabling nuclear expansion is frightening and dangerous! Contributing in any way for the development of nuclear weapons is complely immoral and destructive.
Enabling nuclear expansion is frightening and dangerous! Contributing in any way for the development of nuclear weapons is complely immoral and destructive.
Douglas A. Shields Pittsburgh, PA
Karen Miyares Pittsburgh, PA
I urge you to open your hearts and minds to see how necessary this is for now and the future. Thank you.
I urge you to open your hearts and minds to see how necessary this is for now and the future. Thank you.
Mark Child Pittsburgh, PA
Leila Richards Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
This is a moral issue for me. It should be an ethical issue for PNC.
This is a moral issue for me. It should be an ethical issue for PNC.
Maria Kruszewski Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Bellevue, PA
Ginny Hildebrand Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
I use to bank with PNC but no longer do because of bank's immoral practices.
I use to bank with PNC but no longer do because of bank's immoral practices.
Elizabeth O'Brien Grace Episcopal Church, Yorktown, VA
Rosalie Paul Greater Brunswick PeaceWorks, Brunswick, ME
Nancy Lapp Pittsburgh, PA
Marianne Novy Pittsburgh, PA
Irene Surmik Pittsburgh, PA
Diane V. Byrnes Pittsburgh, PA
Sister Kari Pohl Sisters of St. Joseph of Baden, PA, Aliquippa, PA
Theresa Orlando NH Anti-Racism Coalition, Glenshaw, PA
Rev. Charles W. Dahm, OP Dominicans, Chicago, IL
So many ways to wisely invest money. Let's not do it to support nuclear weapons and other weapons of war.
So many ways to wisely invest money. Let's not do it to support nuclear weapons and other weapons of war.
Tyler Terrell Ruther Glen, VA
Colleen Dougherty Pittsburgh, PA
I used to be a PNC bank account holder. No longer. I wish this bank that holds our beloved city's name did not bank the bomb.
I used to be a PNC bank account holder. No longer. I wish this bank that holds our beloved city's name did not bank the bomb.
Ben Gifford Parma, OH
Please divest from nuclear weapons.
Please divest from nuclear weapons.
Bram Kools Reading, MA
Karen Bernard Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Glen Jemez Peacemakers, Jemez Springs, NM
It's time to Stop the War Machine in all ways possible .. Peace Yes !
It's time to Stop the War Machine in all ways possible .. Peace Yes !
Carol Masters Women Against Military Madness, Minneapolis, MN
Rev. Ronald Bryda retired Pastor, Diocese of Cleveland, Westlake, OH
Hiroshima and Nagasaki -- real life demonstration of the insanity and immorality of nuclear weapons. Funding the further development and stockpiling of even more destructive weapons of this kind is equally insane and immoral. Please begin the process to divest.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki -- real life demonstration of the insanity and immorality of nuclear weapons. Funding the further development and stockpiling of even more destructive weapons of this kind is equally insane and immoral. Please begin the process to divest.
Tom Hoffman retired, Pittsburgh, PA
Sue Heilman Lancaster, PA
I cancelled my PNC account because of my concerns.
I cancelled my PNC account because of my concerns.
Annika Andersson South Beach, OR
Kirsi Jansa Pittsburgh, PA
My family members have PNC accounts. We will be following closely how you respond to this petition. PNC made a wise and responsible decision regarding mountaintop removal. Please do the right thing again and cut your ties to the nuclear weapon industry.
My family members have PNC accounts. We will be following closely how you respond to this petition. PNC made a wise and responsible decision regarding mountaintop removal. Please do the right thing again and cut your ties to the nuclear weapon industry.
Symone Saul Pennsylvania United, Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Funding nuclear weapons is more evil than being the one to push the button.
Funding nuclear weapons is more evil than being the one to push the button.
Allan Bostelmann Healing of Memories, Miesoata, Minneapolis, MN
As a PNC Bank credit card holder and an infantry veteran, I urge you to stop investing in nuclear weapons programs!
As a PNC Bank credit card holder and an infantry veteran, I urge you to stop investing in nuclear weapons programs!
Fr. Ray Tetrealt Diocese of Providence, Providence, RI
See Democracy Now, August 6, 2020 for a witness from a person who lived through the bombing of Hiroshima. Is that what America is fully prepared to do again? We have to call to conversion such an America.
See Democracy Now, August 6, 2020 for a witness from a person who lived through the bombing of Hiroshima. Is that what America is fully prepared to do again? We have to call to conversion such an America.
Mary Elizabeth Schrei Pittsburgh, PA
Teresa Wilson Grail, CA
Marcia Bandes Pittsburgh, PA
Fr. Bob Wenz retired Pastor, Strongsville, OH
Rev. Timothy J. Hickey, CSSp Congregation of the Holy Spirit, the Spiritans, Arlington, VA
Marcia Luek Pittsburgh Raging Grannies, WILPF, Gibsonia, PA
Pauline O'Dea Knutsson Askersund, Sweden
Michael Drohan Stop Banking the Bomb, Pittsburgh, PA
When Robert Oppenheimer, the head of the Manhattan Project, saw the explosion of the atom bomb at Los Alamos, he exclaimed "I have become death". He opposed using the bomb. Nevertheless, President Truman incinerated 140,000 innocent civilians in Hiroshima on Aug 6, 1945. Funding nuclear weapons approves and helps to commit this original crime over and over again.
When Robert Oppenheimer, the head of the Manhattan Project, saw the explosion of the atom bomb at Los Alamos, he exclaimed "I have become death". He opposed using the bomb. Nevertheless, President Truman incinerated 140,000 innocent civilians in Hiroshima on Aug 6, 1945. Funding nuclear weapons approves and helps to commit this original crime over and over again.
Fr. Carmen D'Amico Meadow Lands, PA
Jo Schlesinger President, Remembering Hiroshima, Imagining Peace, Pittsburgh, PA
Allan H. Willinger Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. William Graf St. John Fisher College, Victor, NY
Act justly; love tenderly; walk humbly.
Act justly; love tenderly; walk humbly.
Frank Coady St. Thomas More Church, Manhattan, KS
Dean Hammer Plowshares Activist, Ludlow, VT
Felice Cohen-Joppa The Nuclear Resister, Tucson, AZ
For the sake of our children, our grandchildren and the planet, please stop supporting and investing in weapons of mass destruction.
For the sake of our children, our grandchildren and the planet, please stop supporting and investing in weapons of mass destruction.
Jack Cohen-Joppa The Nuclear Resister, Tucson, AZ
Michael Schneller St. Francis of Assisi, New Orleans, LA
Today I was reflecting on the treasure of every human life and millions lost in World War II. Time to stop the nuclear arms production.
Today I was reflecting on the treasure of every human life and millions lost in World War II. Time to stop the nuclear arms production.
John Schuchardt House of Peace, Veterans for Peace, Ipswich, MA
Don't dig your own grave, PNC. "Love is the only solution." ( Dorothy Day)
Don't dig your own grave, PNC. "Love is the only solution." ( Dorothy Day)
Patricia A. Marida Chair, Ohio Sierra Club Nuclear Free Committee, Columbus, OH
No to any more planetary destruction.
No to any more planetary destruction.
Lee Blackburn Pataskala, OH
There are many more healthier things you can invest in than nuclear.
There are many more healthier things you can invest in than nuclear.
Lynn Friedman Sierra Club, Columbus, OH
Kayla Donten Green Party, Pittsburgh, PA
David F. Bellone Jeannette, PA
If Pope Francis says we have to dump nuclear weapons, I'm all for it.
If Pope Francis says we have to dump nuclear weapons, I'm all for it.
Alyia Paulding Swissvale, PA
Judith L. Albert Physicians for a National Health Program of Western PA, Pittsburgh, PA
This is a public health issue. No life after nuclear bombs! Stop the financing PNC. It is clearly not necessary for your survival as a bank.
This is a public health issue. No life after nuclear bombs! Stop the financing PNC. It is clearly not necessary for your survival as a bank.
Rev. Edward L. Palumbos Diocese of Rochester, St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Rochester, NY
Nuclear weapons are indiscriminate, non-deterring and immoral.
Nuclear weapons are indiscriminate, non-deterring and immoral.
Michele Peppers The Ribbon International, Huntington, NY
Sam Applefield Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Timothy Piasecki St. Mary Catholic Church, Aurora, IL
We are 75 years from Hiroshima. Can we not learn from that tragedy?
We are 75 years from Hiroshima. Can we not learn from that tragedy?
Kathleen Y. Drury Nuclear Energy Information Service (NEIS), Chicago, IL
Nuclear arms and energy must be erased from this planet so that peace may prevail.
Nuclear arms and energy must be erased from this planet so that peace may prevail.
Paul Kelly Catholic priest, NY
Stephen V. Kobasa St. Thomas More Catholic Chapel at Yale, New Haven, CT
No better time to do the right thing in the cause of peace.
No better time to do the right thing in the cause of peace.
Sr. Mary Lou Geraets Aberdeen, SD
Fr. Duane L. Pribula Catholic Diocese of Crookston, Moorhead, MN
While I am not a member of PNC Bank, I am a stakeholder as an American citizen and very concerned about bank investments. I possess about seven credit cards and use the services of Bell Bank, Fargo, ND.
While I am not a member of PNC Bank, I am a stakeholder as an American citizen and very concerned about bank investments. I possess about seven credit cards and use the services of Bell Bank, Fargo, ND.
Mary Smith Church Women United in New York State, Rochester, NY
Maureen Gilroy Ithaca, NY
Please stop making loans to American nuclear weapons producers- care about the future of our world.
Please stop making loans to American nuclear weapons producers- care about the future of our world.
William Waters Pax Christi Rhode Island, East Providence, RI
Nuclear Weapons are an existential threat.
Nuclear Weapons are an existential threat.
Henry Lambert Pax Christi Burlington, Seanton, VT
Sr. Martha Ann Kirk Sister of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
I repeat the words of my friend, James Henke, a retired priest, Archdiocese of San Antonio, "I whole heartily endorse the petition to PNC. The popes of the Catholic Church have condemned for a long time the use of nuclear weapons. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in their letter in 1983 condemned their use. Pope Francis has condemned not only their use but also the possession of such destructive weapons. One hundred and twenty two nations have signed the 2019 treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and 38 have ratified it. We as a nation must join them. No institution should even consider supporting the development of and certainly be against the use of such weapons that could destroy our planet."
I repeat the words of my friend, James Henke, a retired priest, Archdiocese of San Antonio, "I whole heartily endorse the petition to PNC. The popes of the Catholic Church have condemned for a long time the use of nuclear weapons. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in their letter in 1983 condemned their use. Pope Francis has condemned not only their use but also the possession of such destructive weapons. One hundred and twenty two nations have signed the 2019 treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and 38 have ratified it. We as a nation must join them. No institution should even consider supporting the development of and certainly be against the use of such weapons that could destroy our planet."
Margaret Sents People for a Safer Society, Glenview, IL
David Borzenski St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church, Lansing, MI
I pray that the $2 trillion earmarked for future maintenance AND enhancements of nuclear weapons might be spent on maintenance and enhancements of tools of justice, peace and life. “May nations train for war no more!”
I pray that the $2 trillion earmarked for future maintenance AND enhancements of nuclear weapons might be spent on maintenance and enhancements of tools of justice, peace and life. “May nations train for war no more!”
Mary Hydro Benedictine Sisters of Florida, St. Leo, FL
I am a member of Benedictines for Peace. Jesus showed us how to make peace--give of self & care for others. We cannot Not but stand up & speak out for PEACE. Never can we sanction violence.
I am a member of Benedictines for Peace. Jesus showed us how to make peace--give of self & care for others. We cannot Not but stand up & speak out for PEACE. Never can we sanction violence.
Elizabeth Spiering Western Springs, IL
My staying with your bank depends on your action to stop this funding.
My staying with your bank depends on your action to stop this funding.
William Zaccagnino Alexandria, VA
Putting money into weapons of mass destruction is inhumane and immoral. It is blood money.
Putting money into weapons of mass destruction is inhumane and immoral. It is blood money.
Tim Mathern ND Senate, Fargo, ND
Please divest your nuclear arms business, invest in green energy instead.
Please divest your nuclear arms business, invest in green energy instead.
Jim Dempsey Orange, CA
Pope Francis has called the possession of nuclear weapons "immoral".
Pope Francis has called the possession of nuclear weapons "immoral".
Bro. Anthony Zuba, OFM Capuchin Franciscans, Boston, MA
Mary Jo Iozzio Boston College, Boston, MA
To free us from the prospect of an escalation in war games to nuclear destruction, we must in every conceivable way possible stop funding the development and proliferation of these deadly initiatives.
To free us from the prospect of an escalation in war games to nuclear destruction, we must in every conceivable way possible stop funding the development and proliferation of these deadly initiatives.
Fr. Joseph P. Keenan, ST Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity, Adelphi, MD
Do not fund nuclear weapons at all.
Do not fund nuclear weapons at all.
Ellen Finnigan Catholics Against Militarism, CO
I will keep you in my prayers, hoping that you reconsider your business practices to better reflect a Christian way of helping the world.
I will keep you in my prayers, hoping that you reconsider your business practices to better reflect a Christian way of helping the world.
Patricia Tweedy Pax Christi, Greentown, PA
Thank you for taking action on this.
Thank you for taking action on this.
Margaret Chisholm Medford, MA
The future of our planet requires the abolition of nuclear weapons. Please do not be part of their proliferation. Thank you for refusing to fund them.
The future of our planet requires the abolition of nuclear weapons. Please do not be part of their proliferation. Thank you for refusing to fund them.
Laurie Koniwinski Ithaca Catholic Worker, Ithaca, NY
Invest in the future-- green energy, education, infrastructure-- NOT in the destruction of lives and the planet.
Invest in the future-- green energy, education, infrastructure-- NOT in the destruction of lives and the planet.
Charlie Greene, PE Gratitude to Water Catholic Worker House, Moravia, NY
Please wake up!
Please wake up!
Thierry Verley Lieuran les Beziers, France
Isn't it time to remove the nuclear heel from the throats of humanity!
Isn't it time to remove the nuclear heel from the throats of humanity!
Sr. Barbara Hansen Grand Rapids, MI
I am appalled to learn this.
I am appalled to learn this.
Bob C. Zeigler Pax Christi, Olympia, WA
Pope Francis comments on 75th Anniversary of Hiroshima earler this month are especially relevant.
Pope Francis comments on 75th Anniversary of Hiroshima earler this month are especially relevant.
Monica Fox Creation Care Ministry, St. Clement Church, Skokie, IL
Annette Dworsky, OP Dominican Sisters of Houston, Houston, TX
I urge your action to contribute to humanity's search for peace.
I urge your action to contribute to humanity's search for peace.
Todd Saddler Ithaca Catholic Worker, Ithaca, NY
John Tweedy Pax Christi Metro New York, Bellerose, NY
Benita Coffey, OSB Roman Catholic Church, St. Scholastica Monastery, Chicago, IL
At 13, on Aug. 6, 1945, I raced on my bike around the neighborhood, cheering that Nagasaki had been bombed! Lord, have mercy!
At 13, on Aug. 6, 1945, I raced on my bike around the neighborhood, cheering that Nagasaki had been bombed! Lord, have mercy!
Moira Scheuring Labor Religion Coalition of the Finger Lakes, Dryden, NY
Nuclear weapons are the biggest threat to human life and to our planet.
Nuclear weapons are the biggest threat to human life and to our planet.
Ceil Roeger Houston, TX
Mary M. Martin Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, Huntington Beach, CA
I had a PNC mortgage previously. If only one nuclear bomb was used today, the earth and every living creature, human, animal, plant life, could be destroyed. Bombs today are exceedingly more powerful than those that destroyed Hiroshima and Nagasaki 75 years ago. Nuclear bombs are immoral and need to be gone forever from our home, this planet .
I had a PNC mortgage previously. If only one nuclear bomb was used today, the earth and every living creature, human, animal, plant life, could be destroyed. Bombs today are exceedingly more powerful than those that destroyed Hiroshima and Nagasaki 75 years ago. Nuclear bombs are immoral and need to be gone forever from our home, this planet .
Max Obuszewski Baltimore Nonviolence Center, Baltimore, MD
I divested from PNC, and closed both a savings and checking account because of its support for nuclear weapons contractors.
I divested from PNC, and closed both a savings and checking account because of its support for nuclear weapons contractors.
William T. Cavanaugh Professor of Catholic Studies, DePaul University, Oak Park, IL
You will be happy if you do the right thing. In this case, the right thing is directing resources away from death and towards life, towards the kind of banking that builds healthy and sustainable communities.
You will be happy if you do the right thing. In this case, the right thing is directing resources away from death and towards life, towards the kind of banking that builds healthy and sustainable communities.
John L. Tischhauser St. John XXIII Catholic Community, Alberquerque, NM
Jessica Erwin Park City, UT
Kate Zilla, PhD Chicago Area Peace Action, NEIS, Chicago, IL
Please become a model for similar banks in the midwest and throughout our country. We have no time to waste.
Please become a model for similar banks in the midwest and throughout our country. We have no time to waste.
James M. Deshotels Robertsville, MO
Bertha Haas St. Alexander Catholic Church, Cornelius, OR
Br. Michael Gosch, CSV Cleric of St. Viator, Chicago, IL
MaryAnn Denning Corning, NY
Marilyn Wilson Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Sunnyvale, CA
Richard Molter Racine, WI
Jason Miller Arlington, VA
Jean Mont-Eton San Francisco, CA
Albert Kirk Pax Christi Memphis, Cordova, TN
Although I am not one of your customers, I hope you will heed the desires of many people in our nation.
Although I am not one of your customers, I hope you will heed the desires of many people in our nation.
Br. Jeremy T. Dominic, SCS Private Association of the Faithful, Brother Servants of the Sacred Heart, Necedah, WI
Jeanne Clennon, CSC Sisters of the Holy Cross, Ventura, CA
It is a double moral outrage to think anyone or any company would support the construction of nuclear weapons. Not only are they preparing to murder thousands of innocent people, but they are using money that is desperately needed to feed the starving.
It is a double moral outrage to think anyone or any company would support the construction of nuclear weapons. Not only are they preparing to murder thousands of innocent people, but they are using money that is desperately needed to feed the starving.
John M. Cloninger, Jr. Dignity/Palm Beach, Jupiter, FL
Nuclear weapons are the most evil items on the planet. A single accident can destroy civilization, or possibly all life on earth. They are unconscionable!
Nuclear weapons are the most evil items on the planet. A single accident can destroy civilization, or possibly all life on earth. They are unconscionable!
John Helm Louisville, KY
Mary Lou Bolfik Pikesville, MD
Patricia Colla West Hartford, CT
Mary Beaudoin Silver Spring, MD
Jeanne Forbes Concerned Citizen, Newport Beach, CA
I am opposed to supporting nuclear weapon development! Divest!!!!!!
I am opposed to supporting nuclear weapon development! Divest!!!!!!
Sheilamarie Tobbe Ursuline Sisters of Cleveland, Pepper Pike, OH
The Ursuline Sisters bank with PNC.
The Ursuline Sisters bank with PNC.
Agatha Forest Chicago, IL
Lynette Hansen Green Peace, Fountain Valley, CA
Jerry Stein The Peace Farm, Amarillo, TX
You could be a better bank by not banking on world suicide. It's even in your best interest!
You could be a better bank by not banking on world suicide. It's even in your best interest!
Filo Hirota Mercedarian Missionaries of Berriz Catholic Nonviolence Initiative, Tokyo, Japan
Martha Hennessy Catholic Worker, Perkinsville, VT
Ban the banks and move to credit unions.
Ban the banks and move to credit unions.
Anne Bosserman Pax Christi Spokane, Spokane, WA
Nuclear arms must be eliminated ~ we are at a tipping point of annihilating life on earth. We must act NOW! Thank you for participating!
Nuclear arms must be eliminated ~ we are at a tipping point of annihilating life on earth. We must act NOW! Thank you for participating!
Rosemary Everett Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, Campbell, CA
Nuclear weapons endanger everyone.
Nuclear weapons endanger everyone.
Yes Select...used to be saver, Endicott, NY
Please do not continue to advocate for war machines!
Please do not continue to advocate for war machines!
Thomas A. Smith, OFM Province of Our Lady of Consolation, Mesilla Park, NM
We need to reduce nuclear war possibilities by reducing the stockpile and not making more weapons. Corporate responsibility is real.
We need to reduce nuclear war possibilities by reducing the stockpile and not making more weapons. Corporate responsibility is real.
Tom McGuire St. Pascal Catholic Church, Chicago, IL
There are several PNC Banks in and around the neighborhood I live in. We ask PNC to become a responsible investor supporting non-violence.
There are several PNC Banks in and around the neighborhood I live in. We ask PNC to become a responsible investor supporting non-violence.
Patricia Hinton St. Louis, MO
Michael Carr AUSCP, Cheyenne, WY
Rosalie G. Riegle Oblate at St. Scholastica's Monastery, Evanston, IL
Eliminating funding for nuclear war is crucial!!!
Eliminating funding for nuclear war is crucial!!!
Scott Mathern-Jacobson Presentation Prayer Center, Fargo, ND
Disarm and live!
Disarm and live!
Father Pat Gaza AUSCP, Merrillville, IN
Linda Marsek Maryknoll Sisters, Croton-On-Hudson, NY
It is time to make a conscious critical change by the officers of the PNC bank to divest. Others have done it and so can you!
It is time to make a conscious critical change by the officers of the PNC bank to divest. Others have done it and so can you!
George F. Jacobs Pax Christi, Dahlonega, GA
The words of Christ, but even more so, His actions, condemn your actions.
The words of Christ, but even more so, His actions, condemn your actions.
Fr. Thomas Sutherland AUSCP, Detroit, MI
W. Peter Horton AUSCP, Pittsburgh, PA
Deacon William G. Batz Pittsburgh, PA
We look to PNC to join major banking organizations around the world who have agreed to no longer finance nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or land-mines. We urge PNC to show true leadership for the good of humanity itself.
We look to PNC to join major banking organizations around the world who have agreed to no longer finance nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or land-mines. We urge PNC to show true leadership for the good of humanity itself.
Rev. Leroy DiPietro Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Martin J. Rafanan Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Southwest Pennsylvania Synod, Pittsburgh, PA
I support de-militarization in all ways, especially the destruction of all nuclear weapons and agreement among nations of the world never to use nuclear weapons again.
I support de-militarization in all ways, especially the destruction of all nuclear weapons and agreement among nations of the world never to use nuclear weapons again.
David Hughes Citizen Power, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA
PNC: Stop investing in our destruction!
PNC: Stop investing in our destruction!
Samuel Esposito Coraopolis, PA
Deacon Thomas J. Berna, PhD Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
I serve as operating manager of Fishes & Loaves Cooperative Ministries. PNC has provided great service to this non-profit and to my personal account with PNC, but I am discouraged that the bank is taking so long to respond to this reasonable request. Ban the Bomb - don't invest in it!
I serve as operating manager of Fishes & Loaves Cooperative Ministries. PNC has provided great service to this non-profit and to my personal account with PNC, but I am discouraged that the bank is taking so long to respond to this reasonable request. Ban the Bomb - don't invest in it!
Kathy Carr Corpus Christi parishoner, McDonald, PA
Would you want your family to experience a Nuclear Disaster?!
Would you want your family to experience a Nuclear Disaster?!
Mimi Darragh Pittsburgh Area Pax Christi, Bridgeville, PA
Invest in life not death.
Invest in life not death.
Jennifer McDevitt Pittsburgh, PA
Bill Pickard Catholic Worker, New York, NY
Elda Luisi Pax Christi Metro New York, New York, NY
Your action against war and violence will blossom into greater abundance!
Your action against war and violence will blossom into greater abundance!
Helen M. Caldicott Founder, Physicians for Social Responsibility - 1985 Nobel Peace Prize, Berry, New South Wales, Australia
I totally support this effort.
I totally support this effort.
John Oda San Francisco, CA
Please stop being evil. Thank you very much.
Please stop being evil. Thank you very much.
Kirstin De Mello Vienna, VA
PNC, please lead the way and stop financing nuclear arms production, for a safer, more peaceful world for us all.
PNC, please lead the way and stop financing nuclear arms production, for a safer, more peaceful world for us all.
John and Ann Marie Judson PSR Pennsylvania, Pax Christi Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, PA
PNC did the right thing with divesting from mountain top removal. Please do the right thing again for the future of all of us!
PNC did the right thing with divesting from mountain top removal. Please do the right thing again for the future of all of us!
Sarah Hancock Hummelstown, PA
Ming Lai NevadaDesertExperience.org, Las Vegas, NV
Terry Barber Olympia, WA
Nuclear weapons are an affront to the dignity of every human being. Why would anyone want to make money over the potential annihilation of the human race?
Nuclear weapons are an affront to the dignity of every human being. Why would anyone want to make money over the potential annihilation of the human race?
Robert J. Schaefer The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Monroeville, Greensburg, PA
T. Kerby Neill, PhD Veteran, cofounder Peace Studies Program, U of KY, Central KY Council for Peace and Justice, Lexington, KY
You would not invest in a germ warfare program. Nuclear weapons kill just as indiscriminately and in mass use have the potential to destroy much of life on earth.
You would not invest in a germ warfare program. Nuclear weapons kill just as indiscriminately and in mass use have the potential to destroy much of life on earth.
Laura-Marie River Victor Peace Las Vegas Radical Mental Health Collective, Las Vegas, NV
Please divest from nuclear weapons funding for the well-being of all.
Please divest from nuclear weapons funding for the well-being of all.
Erik Bertrand Ebright Casa Del Bodhi, Miami, FL
Please, be kind, nuclear weapons are not the solution.
Please, be kind, nuclear weapons are not the solution.
Karen Coulter Perkins University of Pittsburgh, Aspinwall, PA
Bette McDevitt Raging Grannies of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
I have been hesitant to sign because the word "demand" would not be a word i would choose, in asking or urging PNC to divest, but however we do it, ask, urge, even demand, we are united in the knowledge that the investment is bad business and immoral.
I have been hesitant to sign because the word "demand" would not be a word i would choose, in asking or urging PNC to divest, but however we do it, ask, urge, even demand, we are united in the knowledge that the investment is bad business and immoral.
Margaret Cammarata Private citizen, Pittsburgh, PA
Edith Bell WILPF, Pittsburgh, PA
You should be able to find a less destructive way to make some money.
You should be able to find a less destructive way to make some money.
Karen Bryant Pittsburgh, PA
I recently learned that PNC Bank invests in companies that make parts for nuclear weapons. I am deeply disappointed. I request that PNC reconsider and change this activity.
I recently learned that PNC Bank invests in companies that make parts for nuclear weapons. I am deeply disappointed. I request that PNC reconsider and change this activity.
James Knight Caneyhead Pictures, Altadena, CA
Nuclear weapons make the world a more dangerous place. Divest, please.
Nuclear weapons make the world a more dangerous place. Divest, please.
Dennis Apel Santa Maria, CA
Wiiliam O'Connell Nevada Desert Experience, Meridianville, AL
New doors will open after you do the right thing. Divest nuclear now.
New doors will open after you do the right thing. Divest nuclear now.
Lauren Stuparitz Pittsburgh, PA
It is time do better, PNC.
It is time do better, PNC.
Marcus Pegasus AchorusAmorphous, Salt Lake City, UT
We can all do a better job, casting our body ballots where we are needed, refusing to conduct immoral acts of business, etc.
We can all do a better job, casting our body ballots where we are needed, refusing to conduct immoral acts of business, etc.
Julie Ann Sullivan Pittsburgh, PA
Very soon I will close my PNC bank account because I can no longer support their involvement with nuclear proliferation. Humanity over profit please.
Very soon I will close my PNC bank account because I can no longer support their involvement with nuclear proliferation. Humanity over profit please.
Lily Hughes Guilford, VT
James J. Hughes Playa Del Ray, CA
Stop supporting weapons of Death.
Stop supporting weapons of Death.
K. O'Neill Cleveland, OH
J. J. Guilford, VT
Connie Kline Cleveland, OH
Laura Leigh Hughes Los Angeles, Ca
Thea Paneth United for Peace and Justice, Arlington, MA
Money for people's needs and communities, not for bombs!
Money for people's needs and communities, not for bombs!
Beth Brockman Concerned citizen, Durham, NC
Harold A. Penner 1040 for Peace, Akron, PA
Straight ahead!
Straight ahead!
Joel Woller Battle of Homestead Foundation, Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
PNC represents Pittsburgh. Make us proud!
PNC represents Pittsburgh. Make us proud!
James R. Heinrich Thomas Merton Center, Pittsburgh, PA
I hope that my bank, PNC, will behave ethically and divest its investments related to the manufacture of nuclear weapons. I want to add that PNC has always treated me fairly, and I hope that PNC will do the right thing.
I hope that my bank, PNC, will behave ethically and divest its investments related to the manufacture of nuclear weapons. I want to add that PNC has always treated me fairly, and I hope that PNC will do the right thing.
James Sniegocki Proffesor of Christian Ethics, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH
As Pope Francis has clearly stated, both the use and the very possession of nuclear weapons are immoral. Financing their creation is immoral as well. Please change your lending practices so that you do not contribute further to this sin.
As Pope Francis has clearly stated, both the use and the very possession of nuclear weapons are immoral. Financing their creation is immoral as well. Please change your lending practices so that you do not contribute further to this sin.
John David Kudrick Level Green, PA
Let us be instruments of peace for our times and for future generations.
Let us be instruments of peace for our times and for future generations.
Maggie Kudrik Level Green, PA
Janet Berna Lay Spiritans, Pittsburgh, PA
Ethical investment is important to me. Peace is so important to me! We have a large account at PNC and would appreciate your not investing in nuclear weapons.
Ethical investment is important to me. Peace is so important to me! We have a large account at PNC and would appreciate your not investing in nuclear weapons.
Judith Kelly Pax Christi, Arlington, VA
Adele Vamos Munhall, PA
Michael Mariani Pittsburgh, PA
Greg Wum Moonta Bay, South Australia, Australia
In a billion years the global temp would have increased by ten percent due to the sun growing hotter, but we have 4-6 billion years before the sun expands to end all life on this planet, but at the moment we have enough nuclear weapons to destroy the planet three times over. Already we have been saved from nuclear annilation by the bravery of individuals. Investing in maintaining the possibility is maddness.
In a billion years the global temp would have increased by ten percent due to the sun growing hotter, but we have 4-6 billion years before the sun expands to end all life on this planet, but at the moment we have enough nuclear weapons to destroy the planet three times over. Already we have been saved from nuclear annilation by the bravery of individuals. Investing in maintaining the possibility is maddness.
Rev. John Hoffman Retired Catholic priest, Fox Lake, IL
PNC can do better. PNC can make a difference.
PNC can do better. PNC can make a difference.
Suzanne Polen Pax Christi USA, Allison Park, PA
Nuclear weapons are suicidal and must stop being produced.
Nuclear weapons are suicidal and must stop being produced.
Maxine Heller Pittsburgh, PA
Jean Burns St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Wilkinsburg, PA
Ellen E. Barfield Veterans for Peace, War Resisters League, WILPF, Baltimore, MD
To profit from killing people, to profit from instigating war, is grotesque. STOP IT!!! Nuclear weapons are illegal and immoral. So is funding them. DIVEST!
To profit from killing people, to profit from instigating war, is grotesque. STOP IT!!! Nuclear weapons are illegal and immoral. So is funding them. DIVEST!
Robert Little, MD Physicians for Social Responsibility-PA, Harrisburg, PA
"All nations share a linked destiny. Nuclear weapons are their shared enemy." Dr. Bernard Lown, Nobel Peace Prize lecture, 1987
"All nations share a linked destiny. Nuclear weapons are their shared enemy." Dr. Bernard Lown, Nobel Peace Prize lecture, 1987
Margee Kooistra Peacemaking Committee at Market Square Presbyterian Church, Mechanicsburg, PA
I seriously considered dropping PNC as my bank until they withdrew their support of Mountain Top Removal.h
I seriously considered dropping PNC as my bank until they withdrew their support of Mountain Top Removal.h
Thomas Kerby Neill Central Kentucky Council for Peace and Justice, Lexington, KY
I am a veteran. You would not finance germ warfare, the danger posed by nuclear weapons are comparable and in a all out nuclear exchange, even more devastating. Do you really want to be part of this?
I am a veteran. You would not finance germ warfare, the danger posed by nuclear weapons are comparable and in a all out nuclear exchange, even more devastating. Do you really want to be part of this?
Susan M. Smith Pittsburgh, PA
The Doomsday clock is 120 seconds from midnight (nuclear disaster), closer than it has ever been. We must take all actions to reverse the clock; that is, to eliminate nuclear weapons everywhere in the world. A wonderful first step in the USA is to stop making them and to eliminate all programs for ‘improving’ and ‘rebuilding’ them. PNC can help make this happen when they stop investing in, and divest from, all companies that support any part of the nuclear weapon making process. Because I strongly support the Stop Banking the Bomb Campaign, I have moved my bank accounts out of PNC. PNC please listen and help us save the world – which is certainly in your self-interest.
The Doomsday clock is 120 seconds from midnight (nuclear disaster), closer than it has ever been. We must take all actions to reverse the clock; that is, to eliminate nuclear weapons everywhere in the world. A wonderful first step in the USA is to stop making them and to eliminate all programs for ‘improving’ and ‘rebuilding’ them. PNC can help make this happen when they stop investing in, and divest from, all companies that support any part of the nuclear weapon making process. Because I strongly support the Stop Banking the Bomb Campaign, I have moved my bank accounts out of PNC. PNC please listen and help us save the world – which is certainly in your self-interest.
Heather Woodford California
Charlie Meyers One PA, Philadelphia, PA
I closed my PNC account before yinz guys divested from Mountain Top Removal March 2, 2015.
I closed my PNC account before yinz guys divested from Mountain Top Removal March 2, 2015.
Gregory Thomas Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Anna Yowler Strasburg, PA
Sr. Barbara Finch Pittsburgh Area Pax Christi, Pittsburgh, PA
Please invest in only programs that promote life and not death.
Please invest in only programs that promote life and not death.
Jack Payden-Travers Winston-Salem, NC
Nuclear weapons and power are nails in our own coffins.
Nuclear weapons and power are nails in our own coffins.
Rick Polhamus Ludlow Falls, OH
Helen Evelev Granny Peace Brigade Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
John Reuwer Physicians for Social Responsibility, South Burlington, VT
Nuclear warheads are weapons of mass suicide. The only reason to build them is to make money. Please help us preserve the future by joining us in stopping the flow of money.
Nuclear warheads are weapons of mass suicide. The only reason to build them is to make money. Please help us preserve the future by joining us in stopping the flow of money.
Joyce Hall Pax Christi Dallas, TX, Dallas, TX
Investing in nuclear weapons is basically wrong and immoral, now illegal by international law.
Investing in nuclear weapons is basically wrong and immoral, now illegal by international law.
C. Antonio Alvarez-Moreno Washington, DC
Nuclear weapons will finish us off. It will also destroy all the birds and animals, the flowers, the beauty of our wonderful planet. We have to stand against this.
Nuclear weapons will finish us off. It will also destroy all the birds and animals, the flowers, the beauty of our wonderful planet. We have to stand against this.
Len Bjorkman Owego, NY
Bill Grimes AUSCP, Owingsville, KY
If you want justice, work for peace.
If you want justice, work for peace.
Anna Baker Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility, Marshfield, MA
There's no reason why a bank of PNC's stature should be encouraging the use of nuclear weapons. In fact, lending your support to weapons of mass destruction only serves to paint a dark picture of your values as a company. We certainly hope you will make the right move and reconsider your investment strategy in order to divest from nuclear weapons.
There's no reason why a bank of PNC's stature should be encouraging the use of nuclear weapons. In fact, lending your support to weapons of mass destruction only serves to paint a dark picture of your values as a company. We certainly hope you will make the right move and reconsider your investment strategy in order to divest from nuclear weapons.
Sean Tenney Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, Portland, OR
Divesting from nuclear weapons profiteering is a critically important step for any corporation or financial institution that cares about protecting their future profits. With the likelihood of nuclear war rising year by year, only the complete abolition of these morally indefensible weapons of indiscriminate mass murder will ensure a healthy, safe future for your customers, shareholders, and employees. Your divestment from the nuclear weapons industry would be a positive and significant step in this direction.
Divesting from nuclear weapons profiteering is a critically important step for any corporation or financial institution that cares about protecting their future profits. With the likelihood of nuclear war rising year by year, only the complete abolition of these morally indefensible weapons of indiscriminate mass murder will ensure a healthy, safe future for your customers, shareholders, and employees. Your divestment from the nuclear weapons industry would be a positive and significant step in this direction.
Ira Helfand, MD Physicians for Social Responsibility, Leeds, MA
Austin Wertheimer Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility, Brookline, MA
Funding implements of nuclear war is funding our extinction.
Funding implements of nuclear war is funding our extinction.
Andee Krasner Boston, MA
Sheri Deal-Tyne Iowa City, IA
Eve Shapiro Physicians for Social Responsibility, Tucson, AZ
Lewis Patrie Physicians for Social Responsibility, Asheville, NC
Fr. Robert J. Ahlin Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Chuck Baptiste West Sunbury, PA
Fr. Joseph Luisi Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Emily Galpern Berkeley, CA
I grew up in Pittsburgh and my family still lives there. We were PNC bankers and believe you can do the right thing to be part of global action to end the development of nuclear weapons.
I grew up in Pittsburgh and my family still lives there. We were PNC bankers and believe you can do the right thing to be part of global action to end the development of nuclear weapons.
Boryana Tacconi Merrimack Valley People for Peace, Andover, MA
Christine Silvestri The Dorothy Day House of Hospitality, Youngstown, OH
Invest in the future, don't invest to kill.
Invest in the future, don't invest to kill.
Terence P. Welk Roman Catholic Priest, Philadelphia, PA
Good morals (investing in truly bringing good things to life & not evil ones) is also smart business & will win over many new investors for you.
Good morals (investing in truly bringing good things to life & not evil ones) is also smart business & will win over many new investors for you.
Georgine Scarpino, RSM Sisters of Mercy, Pittsburgh, PA
Fr. Jim Garvey Pittsburgh, PA
Fr. Mark Glasgow Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Jim Crosby Nonviolent Austin, Manor, TX
The time has come! Let's get the threat, and financial drain, of nuclear arms off the human table! Then we can get on with building prosperity for all.
The time has come! Let's get the threat, and financial drain, of nuclear arms off the human table! Then we can get on with building prosperity for all.
Linda Bessom Sister, Somerville, MA
D. Roche, C. Pratt and J. Yachtis Religious of the Sacred Heart, Washington, D.C.
We all live in a community named after Anne Montgomery, who spent most of her life trying to bring attention to the danger of Nuclear Weapons. It saddens us that the bank where we receive such excellent service is invested in the production of such deadly weapons.
We all live in a community named after Anne Montgomery, who spent most of her life trying to bring attention to the danger of Nuclear Weapons. It saddens us that the bank where we receive such excellent service is invested in the production of such deadly weapons.
John MacFadyen Pax Christi USA, Boynton Beach, FL
Claudia Detwiler Pittsburgh, PA
My husband and I closed our accounts at PNC because of this.
My husband and I closed our accounts at PNC because of this.
James McCabe Roman Catholic Priest, Philadelphia, PA
For your own peace of mind and for Peace in the world, there must be better ways to make a profit.
For your own peace of mind and for Peace in the world, there must be better ways to make a profit.
Thomas P. Dwyer, OSA Augustinian Order, St. Thomas Monastery, Villanova, PA
i know you must make a bundle loaning to groups who make nukes. Is it worth it if there is an accidental war?
i know you must make a bundle loaning to groups who make nukes. Is it worth it if there is an accidental war?
Neil Himber Veterans for Peace, Youngsville, PA
We must eliminate nuclear weapons. The possession of nuclear weapons is a form of idolatry.
We must eliminate nuclear weapons. The possession of nuclear weapons is a form of idolatry.
Jean Athey Maryland Peace Action, Baltimore, MD
Etta Albright Citizen, Cresson, PA
Human and environmental health is sacred, do no harm. Citizenship is public ministry therefore I am compelled to approach all who I can in the quest for Stewardship and Sustainability for Goodness Sake through the belief of Respect Responsibility Relationship (as) a moral code for living and dying. Copies of these concepts are available free for the asking. PNC can be a powerful player in our efforts for a sustainable planet. An initative is headed by the World Economic Forum and its founder Klaus Schwab. Please join us!
Human and environmental health is sacred, do no harm. Citizenship is public ministry therefore I am compelled to approach all who I can in the quest for Stewardship and Sustainability for Goodness Sake through the belief of Respect Responsibility Relationship (as) a moral code for living and dying. Copies of these concepts are available free for the asking. PNC can be a powerful player in our efforts for a sustainable planet. An initative is headed by the World Economic Forum and its founder Klaus Schwab. Please join us!
Colleen Donovan St. Thomas More University Parish, Indiana, PA
I would rather know that the bank where I do business focused solely on building the future rather than destroying it. So, while you help me finance my home, PNC is also in the business of violently destroying homes. We could eliminate this sort of violence if we stopped investing in it.
I would rather know that the bank where I do business focused solely on building the future rather than destroying it. So, while you help me finance my home, PNC is also in the business of violently destroying homes. We could eliminate this sort of violence if we stopped investing in it.
Giac LaGraff Boston, MA
Rev. Hugh J. Shields Catholic Church, Philadelphia, PA
Rabbi Arthur O. Waskow, PhD The Shalom Center, Philadelphia, PA
Long ago the Prophet Isaiah envisioned a world where nations would "learn war no more" and "beat their swords into plowshares." But the institutional arrangements to make that happen did not yet exist. Now they do, and action by our leading banks is among them. Nuclear "weapons" are each an instrument of mass murder. PNC should withdraw its support from those who make them.
Long ago the Prophet Isaiah envisioned a world where nations would "learn war no more" and "beat their swords into plowshares." But the institutional arrangements to make that happen did not yet exist. Now they do, and action by our leading banks is among them. Nuclear "weapons" are each an instrument of mass murder. PNC should withdraw its support from those who make them.
Hannah Rosche psl, Pittsburgh, PA
Ed Grystar Salutation, Oakmont, PA
Peter W. Deutsch Aliquippa, PA
Don't leave out the various delivery systems and other resources that are needed in support of nuclear weapons. They count too.
Don't leave out the various delivery systems and other resources that are needed in support of nuclear weapons. They count too.
Diana Jones Pittsburgh, PA
if PNC does not take action to divest of this practice, i will move my checking account to another bank.
if PNC does not take action to divest of this practice, i will move my checking account to another bank.
Patti Dunmire Pittsburgh, PA
Emily M. Rosche North Huntingdon, PA
Insane that I have to ask my bank to please stop financing nuclear weapons. There are plenty of banks to choose from these days. I will take my account elsewhere if you do not divest.
Insane that I have to ask my bank to please stop financing nuclear weapons. There are plenty of banks to choose from these days. I will take my account elsewhere if you do not divest.
Nancy Leff Pittsburgh, PA
Mark Fichman Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Kathleen Gerace Nonviolent Communication, Pittsburgh, PA
Al McGillivray Eugene, OR
Reinvest in a healthy and safe community!
Reinvest in a healthy and safe community!
Charles D. Morrison, Jr. Human, New Castle, PA
Humanity above nation.....and certainly above money.
Humanity above nation.....and certainly above money.
Christine Haas Pittsburgh, PA
Deacon Daniel Nizan Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Linda Theophilus Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Pittsburgh, PA
Blessed are the peacemakers.
Blessed are the peacemakers.
Gloria Davis East Liberty Lutheran Church, Pittsburgh, PA
Samuel Bojarski New York, NY
Linda Morrison League of Women Voters of Lawrence County, New Castle, PA
Anthony Donovan Veterans for Peace, War Resisters League, Pax Christi, Catholic Worker, Kings Bay Plowshares 7, New York, NY
Amalgamated Bank here in NYC put out a public statement in support of the TPNW (Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons) in Sept. 2017, and since. Will again for the historic January 22nd. They disallow any transactions and investments, etc with any company involved with armaments, from guns to nuclear weapons. you can too.
Amalgamated Bank here in NYC put out a public statement in support of the TPNW (Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons) in Sept. 2017, and since. Will again for the historic January 22nd. They disallow any transactions and investments, etc with any company involved with armaments, from guns to nuclear weapons. you can too.
Christopher D. Stanley St. Bonaventure University, Allegany, NY
Helen Ortmann Pittsburgh Area Pax Christi, Pittsburgh, PA
Investing in nuclear weapons, which must never be used, is immoral. It is immoral to spend so much money on nuclear weapons under any circumstances, but even more egregious when there is so much need for life supporting services by so many in this country and in the world. It is immoral to invest in and build weapons of mass destruction.
Investing in nuclear weapons, which must never be used, is immoral. It is immoral to spend so much money on nuclear weapons under any circumstances, but even more egregious when there is so much need for life supporting services by so many in this country and in the world. It is immoral to invest in and build weapons of mass destruction.
Art Laffin Dorothy Day Catholic Worker House, Washington, DC
https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/nuclear-weapons-are-illegal-50-nations-ratify-historic-un-treaty
https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/nuclear-weapons-are-illegal-50-nations-ratify-historic-un-treaty
Raymond J. Spatti Payson, AZ
Because the world is more dangerous today, I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO DIVEST FROM INVESTING IN PRODUCTS THAT IN ANY WAY RELATE TO NUCLEAR WEAPONS.
Because the world is more dangerous today, I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO DIVEST FROM INVESTING IN PRODUCTS THAT IN ANY WAY RELATE TO NUCLEAR WEAPONS.
Penn Hackney retired lawyer, Pittsburgh, PA
These days there is no excuse - moral or financial - to stay invested in nuclear weapons and fossil fuel energy entreprises.
These days there is no excuse - moral or financial - to stay invested in nuclear weapons and fossil fuel energy entreprises.
Fr. Phillip Pribonic Retired Catholic clergy, Bethel, PA
With all the suffering in the world, this money could be invested in humanitarian work.
With all the suffering in the world, this money could be invested in humanitarian work.
Jean-Michel Gelmetti Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
This is a very just cause, a campaign worth signing for. Banks should have a policy of ethical involvement.
This is a very just cause, a campaign worth signing for. Banks should have a policy of ethical involvement.
Francois Marie Pellissier Glenmary Home Missioners, Fitzgerald, GA
Darnellys Sacriste The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Buford, GA
Fr. Gregory Barras Chair of Association of US Catholic Priests, Biloxi, MS
We have more than enough nuclear weapons and power to destroy the world. We, educated people, have a moral responsibility to protect creation, freely given, free to preserve and pass it on for our children and grandchildren.
We have more than enough nuclear weapons and power to destroy the world. We, educated people, have a moral responsibility to protect creation, freely given, free to preserve and pass it on for our children and grandchildren.
Xavier Molina Republican Party, Phoenix, AZ
Building nukes is made work for those with no imagination. More corporate welfare.
Building nukes is made work for those with no imagination. More corporate welfare.
Thomas Fenlon New York, NY
William Quigley Law Professor, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
The weapons we have now will end all human life on earth if used. Please take a leadership role. Your children and grandchildren will thank you.
The weapons we have now will end all human life on earth if used. Please take a leadership role. Your children and grandchildren will thank you.
John Bach Quaker Chaplain at Harvard, Arlington, MA
I'm honored to be able to take part in this worthy endeavor.
I'm honored to be able to take part in this worthy endeavor.
William Hartman Catholic Peace Fellowship Philadelphia, Vineland, NJ
Nuclear Weapons if ever used will be the death of the Earth. Nuclear Weapons by their existence foster poverty and waste resources while they create damage to our environment that will damage all life for 1000 lifetimes.
Nuclear Weapons if ever used will be the death of the Earth. Nuclear Weapons by their existence foster poverty and waste resources while they create damage to our environment that will damage all life for 1000 lifetimes.
Worthington K. Bromley PNC Bank client, Saint Louis, MO
This is a very important issue for me. As a U.S. citizen I have petitioned my government to sign the Non-proliferation Treaty and negotiate with Russia and China to sign the New Start. My savings and checking accounts in PNC Bank have more than $25,000 in them. I am willing to close these accounts and explain to all my friends why I am doing it. The companies in which I invest should be responsible to the health of humankind.
This is a very important issue for me. As a U.S. citizen I have petitioned my government to sign the Non-proliferation Treaty and negotiate with Russia and China to sign the New Start. My savings and checking accounts in PNC Bank have more than $25,000 in them. I am willing to close these accounts and explain to all my friends why I am doing it. The companies in which I invest should be responsible to the health of humankind.
Michael Cahoon BBVA account holder, Modesto, CA
Do not want you to invest in companies that make atomic weapons?
Do not want you to invest in companies that make atomic weapons?
Edwin Everhart Pittsburgh, PA
Fr. John McNamee Pastor Emeritus, St. Malachy Parish, Philadelphia, PA
Eugene Doyle Roman Catholic, Hamilton Beach, NY
Dr. Sarah L. MacMillen Duquesne University, Sociology Department: Peace Justice and Conflict Resolution Program, Pittsburgh, PA
Shane L. McLaughlin Pittsburgh, PA
Stop investing in nuclear weapons. It is morally wrong. I will be changing banks in the new year away from PNC because of this. And I will not be alone. Divest or continue to lose customers.
Stop investing in nuclear weapons. It is morally wrong. I will be changing banks in the new year away from PNC because of this. And I will not be alone. Divest or continue to lose customers.
Bro. Richard Therrien Capuchin Franciscan, Beacon
There is a need for moral consistency in regards to pro - life issues. It is only then that we are truly a moral people. Eliminating nuclear weapons is an important pro-life issue. Peace and all good things!
There is a need for moral consistency in regards to pro - life issues. It is only then that we are truly a moral people. Eliminating nuclear weapons is an important pro-life issue. Peace and all good things!
Fr. Thomas Lumpkin Archdiocese of Detroit - Catholic Church, Detroit, MI
Fr. Henry Smolinski St. John's Polish National Catholic Church, Windsor, CT
Fr. David La Plante Catholic Church, Hartford, WI
Rev. Edward Schleter People For Peace and Justice, Fremont, OH
Nuclear Weapons do not add to our security, but make us all insecure.
Nuclear Weapons do not add to our security, but make us all insecure.
Josie Setzler People For Peace and Justice Sandusky County, Fremont, OH
I thank the Kings Bay Plowshares 7 for keeping my attention focused on this treaty. Nuclear weapons threaten our earth by their very existence. Divest now.
I thank the Kings Bay Plowshares 7 for keeping my attention focused on this treaty. Nuclear weapons threaten our earth by their very existence. Divest now.
Bridget Brennan The Cana Institute, St. Louis, MO
Frank Manning Catholic Community, Edmond, OK
Msgr. Charlie Cicerale Retired pastor, St. James Parish, Woodbridge, NJ, Willingboro, NJ
Consider investing in renewable energy wind or solar rather than destructive energy of nuclear weapons. Seek peace and pursue it.
Consider investing in renewable energy wind or solar rather than destructive energy of nuclear weapons. Seek peace and pursue it.
Robert Dueweke, OSA Augustinians International, Metamora, MI
William Auth Association of US Catholic Priests, Cement City, MI
Do you really want to encourage possible nuclear war.?...
Do you really want to encourage possible nuclear war.?...
Rev. John Tarantino Randolph, NJ
For my family, I have 3 PNC accounts.
For my family, I have 3 PNC accounts.
John Hemington Izaak Walton League of Allegheny County, McMurray, PA
Nuclear weapons are evil - period end of argument.
Nuclear weapons are evil - period end of argument.
Thomas Green Pittsburgh, PA
Barbara Warwick Pittsburgh, PA
Divest from nuclear weapons now!
Divest from nuclear weapons now!
Teresa Wright Pittsburgh, PA
Margaretta Nussbaumer Sisters of Divine Providence, Washington, PA
Thomas Shea Congregation of Holy Cross, Cocoa Beach, FL
Fr. Michael K. Holleran New York, NY
Fr. Richard Prendergast St. Gertrude Parish, Chicago, IL
Donna W. Brett Pittsburgh, PA
Rick Treuting Gulf Coast Maryknoll Affiliates, Northwego, LA
Extending the strength of the US military industrial complex has gone on long enough. No more nuclear weapons! Stop funding these horrible tools of violence.
Extending the strength of the US military industrial complex has gone on long enough. No more nuclear weapons! Stop funding these horrible tools of violence.
Les Schmidt Glenmary, Marnardville, TN
This is crucial.
This is crucial.
Mary Priniski Catholic Committee of the South, Stone Mountain, GA
Carol M. Saalbach Claysville, PA
I do not believe that violence is a problem solving technique. I believe that if we were to meet the needs of all people, rather than their wants (as our current economic system encourages), we would have a much more peaceful and community centered global society.
I do not believe that violence is a problem solving technique. I believe that if we were to meet the needs of all people, rather than their wants (as our current economic system encourages), we would have a much more peaceful and community centered global society.
Priscilla Wahrhaftig Wilmington, OH
Timmon Wallis NuclearBan.US, Northampton, MA
As of January 22, 2021, the development and production of nuclear weapons is illegal in more than 50 countries who are party to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. This will have a direct impact on the companies involved in the development and production of nuclear weapons who also have offices, branches, suppliers, projects, contracts and investors in those other countries. As more and more countries join this treaty, these companies face the reputational risk of being involved in activities that are abhorrent to much of the world. They will also increasingly face the legislative risk of those activities potentially putting them in legal difficulty in those countries. And sooner or later, these companies face the prospect of stranded assets as promised and expected contracts with the US government itself start to dry up as result of global pressures to eliminate these weapons before they eliminate us. Nothing could be more financially prudent and socially responsible for PNC than to divest from these companies while it still can, and to help lead the way to a nuclear weapon-free world.
As of January 22, 2021, the development and production of nuclear weapons is illegal in more than 50 countries who are party to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. This will have a direct impact on the companies involved in the development and production of nuclear weapons who also have offices, branches, suppliers, projects, contracts and investors in those other countries. As more and more countries join this treaty, these companies face the reputational risk of being involved in activities that are abhorrent to much of the world. They will also increasingly face the legislative risk of those activities potentially putting them in legal difficulty in those countries. And sooner or later, these companies face the prospect of stranded assets as promised and expected contracts with the US government itself start to dry up as result of global pressures to eliminate these weapons before they eliminate us. Nothing could be more financially prudent and socially responsible for PNC than to divest from these companies while it still can, and to help lead the way to a nuclear weapon-free world.
Carol M. Inkrott Bascom, OH
Linda Haas Tiffin Franciscan Associate, Galena, OH
Nuclear Weapons must be abolished for the safety of all on Earth.
Nuclear Weapons must be abolished for the safety of all on Earth.
Sr. Mary Kuhlman Sisters of St. Francis, Tiffin, OH
Help build peace. I don't believe bombs are the way.
Help build peace. I don't believe bombs are the way.
Linda Scheckelhoff Sisters of St. Francis, Tiffin, OH
Everyone loses with the mere existence of nuclear weapons.
Everyone loses with the mere existence of nuclear weapons.
Sr. Rebecca Aelker Sister of St. Francis, Bryan, OH
George R. Marsh Associate, Sisters of St. Francis, Tiffin, OH
Nuclear energy is fine for most purposes, but I oppose firmly its use as a weapon of mass destruction. Please be humane in your investments.
I have read at least one of PNC Bank's annual reports, and I see that you are committed to the general welfare of the cities and states in which you operate. Please widen your scope and see that the entire world depends on your being a good neighbor. Whatever can contribute to pollution anywhere adds to the global climate crisis. Please separate your loan power from industries that contribute to pollution, and thus to the sickness of people, the diminishment of plant and animal life and the fouling of waters.
Nuclear energy is fine for most purposes, but I oppose firmly its use as a weapon of mass destruction. Please be humane in your investments.
I have read at least one of PNC Bank's annual reports, and I see that you are committed to the general welfare of the cities and states in which you operate. Please widen your scope and see that the entire world depends on your being a good neighbor. Whatever can contribute to pollution anywhere adds to the global climate crisis. Please separate your loan power from industries that contribute to pollution, and thus to the sickness of people, the diminishment of plant and animal life and the fouling of waters.
Joanne Lammers Tiffin, OH
Please respect life and stop support of nuclear weapons.
Please respect life and stop support of nuclear weapons.
Theresa Kehres Ravenna, KY
Nuclear weapons certainly are not pro-life. How can anyone support them?
Nuclear weapons certainly are not pro-life. How can anyone support them?
Mary Lindenberger Sisters of St. Francis, Canton, OH
Irene Magers Sisters of St. Francis, Tiffin, OH
Veronica Nowakowski Sisters of St. Francis, Tiffin, OH
Paul Doherty Association of US Catholic Priests, Arundel, ME
I see this as a social justice issue that goes beyond the borders of Pittsburgh, and I hope there will be serious reflection on the part of PNC Bank. Thank you.
I see this as a social justice issue that goes beyond the borders of Pittsburgh, and I hope there will be serious reflection on the part of PNC Bank. Thank you.
Mary Ann Kaper Sunday's Bread Inclusive Catholic Community, Wexford, PA
Gerry Lococo Sunday's Bread, Pittsburgh, PA
Jim Murphy Sts. Anthony and Philip Parish, Highland, WI
The world understands that chemical and biological weapons are evil and illegal. It is far past time to recognize nuclear weapons as an evil against humanity.
The world understands that chemical and biological weapons are evil and illegal. It is far past time to recognize nuclear weapons as an evil against humanity.
Fr. Martin Peter Catholic Church, Columbus, IN
Linda J. Raineri AUSCP, Wilmington, DE
I have a PNC credit card and would like to see them divest themselves of any investments related to nuclear weapons.
I have a PNC credit card and would like to see them divest themselves of any investments related to nuclear weapons.
Robert E. Ray Roman Catholic Church, Louisville, KY
Lynn Rettinger Sisters of Charity, Pittsburgh, PA
Nancy Kenny Association of Pittsburgh Priests, Pittsburgh, PA
Diplomacy and life-giving industries are better ways to stop conflcits.
Diplomacy and life-giving industries are better ways to stop conflcits.
Ronni Weiss Pittsburgh, PA
Mary McMahon Philadelphia, PA
Jim Clune Broome County Peace Action, Binghamton, NY
Nuclear weapons and their delivery systems have always been an insane way for humans to deal with each other. Nobody should be paying for or investing in them. As a peace activist for over fifty years, I have enough faith to say that we can live more human lives without them than with them.
Nuclear weapons and their delivery systems have always been an insane way for humans to deal with each other. Nobody should be paying for or investing in them. As a peace activist for over fifty years, I have enough faith to say that we can live more human lives without them than with them.
Mary Danhauer NonViolent Owensboro, Owensboro, KY
I find no security in knowing that nuclear arms are being held and produced by this country. The threat of complete annihilation is no comfort to me. I treasure this planet that I live on, my family and friends as well as nature. It's time to be rid of these weapons, because we are just a hair-trigger away from being completely destroyed by a mistake or a pre-emptive strike. That is no way to live in peace.
I find no security in knowing that nuclear arms are being held and produced by this country. The threat of complete annihilation is no comfort to me. I treasure this planet that I live on, my family and friends as well as nature. It's time to be rid of these weapons, because we are just a hair-trigger away from being completely destroyed by a mistake or a pre-emptive strike. That is no way to live in peace.
Carol Gonzalez Pittsburgh, PA
In a world with intersecting crises to address, let's invest in a LIFE-giving future for our grandchildren! No time to waste.
In a world with intersecting crises to address, let's invest in a LIFE-giving future for our grandchildren! No time to waste.
Dee Kochirka Izaak Walton League of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA
If PNC continues to finance nuclear weapons I will remove my account.
If PNC continues to finance nuclear weapons I will remove my account.
Daniel Scheid Christian Life Community, Pittsburgh, PA
I am signing this as a Catholic committed to the Catholic tradition of peacemaking.
I am signing this as a Catholic committed to the Catholic tradition of peacemaking.
Walt Kochirka Izaak Walton League of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA
Invest in improving Life; not in weapons for suffering and death.
Invest in improving Life; not in weapons for suffering and death.
Diane Perlman Transcend US & Abolition 2000, Washington, DC
Diane Werley Christian Life Community in USA, PA
I think it is important that Nuclear Weapons be abolished.
I think it is important that Nuclear Weapons be abolished.
Evelyn Ophir Brookline, MA
Fr. Tom Reynebeau AUSCP, Green Bay, WI
Let's build peace through non-violence together.
Let's build peace through non-violence together.
Peter Chepaitis, OFM Order of Friars Minor, Middleburgh, NY
Karen Miller Kingston, NY
Fr. Bruce Wilkinson Archdiocese of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
Fr. Dale Korogi Church of the Ascension, Minneapolis, MN
Lower the temperature in country and world. No more nuclear weapons.
Lower the temperature in country and world. No more nuclear weapons.
Rev. George Hundt Madison, NJ
Joy S. Johnson Huntsville, AL
Susan Oehler Asheville, NC
Time to stop financing nuclear weapons and weapons production systems.
Time to stop financing nuclear weapons and weapons production systems.
Erich Winkler New York, NY
Richard Landry LaSalette Missionaries, Attleboro, MA
Laurie Timmermann Asheville, NC
For the sake of humanity, the only guarantee against hair trigger nuclear annihilation of billions of people is for the US and all nuclear countries to abide by the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and for PNC Bank to end all financing of the financing of nuclear weapons, which are now illegal.
For the sake of humanity, the only guarantee against hair trigger nuclear annihilation of billions of people is for the US and all nuclear countries to abide by the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and for PNC Bank to end all financing of the financing of nuclear weapons, which are now illegal.
Jean Stevens Taos Environmental Film Festival, Ranchos de Taos, NM
Ban nukes before they destroy civilization.
Ban nukes before they destroy civilization.
Clair Tomlinson The Goddess of Democracy Society, Tempe, AZ
Ban nuclear now before nuclear bans us forever for nuclear ignorance shows no mercy and takes no prisoners! Are we sane enough to beat the nuclear spears into nuclear shears or is it already too late? Tic...Toc...Tic...T.........
Ban nuclear now before nuclear bans us forever for nuclear ignorance shows no mercy and takes no prisoners! Are we sane enough to beat the nuclear spears into nuclear shears or is it already too late? Tic...Toc...Tic...T.........
Thomas McGann, CMF Claretian Missionaries, Chicago, IL
Rev. Douglas Brougher Archdiocese of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
Thank you for considering my request on this important issue.
Thank you for considering my request on this important issue.
Heulwen Baworowska Winvisible, London, United Kingdom
Mary-Clare Carder Victoria, BC, Canada
Please do your part to help stop this madness and evil.
Please do your part to help stop this madness and evil.
Nick Viggiano Aston, PA
Deacon Amy Blumenshine Coming Home Collaborative, Minneapolis, MN
It is immoral to ask military service members to use nuclear weapons. It is immoral to invest in them. And it is also fiscally irresponsible to invest other people's money in WMD as the world moves to divest these now prohibited and obsolete albatrosses. Given the cyber-insecurity, no one can be sure that the weapons guidance systems have not been hacked.
It is immoral to ask military service members to use nuclear weapons. It is immoral to invest in them. And it is also fiscally irresponsible to invest other people's money in WMD as the world moves to divest these now prohibited and obsolete albatrosses. Given the cyber-insecurity, no one can be sure that the weapons guidance systems have not been hacked.
Melanie Bennett Future WAVE, El Cajon, CA
You have the power to help save the world! Please choose a bright future for us all -- by stopping the bomb!
You have the power to help save the world! Please choose a bright future for us all -- by stopping the bomb!
Fr. Paul Wysocki Cleveland Diocese, Williamsfield, OH
Robert T. Begin Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, Lakewood, OH
There are plenty of good investment opportunities and I would hope my bank would invest responsibly.
There are plenty of good investment opportunities and I would hope my bank would invest responsibly.
Fr. Clyde K. Foster Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH
Cleveland Priests Pension Fund is held and administered by PNC. A number of parishes do their banking with PNC.
Cleveland Priests Pension Fund is held and administered by PNC. A number of parishes do their banking with PNC.
Nicholas Rutkowski Village at Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
What the world needs now is love.
We don't need another weapon.
There are bullets and bombs to kill us all.
There are guns and bombers to destroy the earth.
Invest in love.
What the world needs now is love.
We don't need another weapon.
There are bullets and bombs to kill us all.
There are guns and bombers to destroy the earth.
Invest in love.
Fr. James L. Caddy Diocese of Cleveland, Kirtland, OH
Roger Cuthbertson Shorewood, MN
Richard G. Prindle American Martyrs Church, Manhattan Beach, CA
I may not bank with you but I do share a common home with you and I would like all of us to be able to live without the fear of nuclear annihilation.
I may not bank with you but I do share a common home with you and I would like all of us to be able to live without the fear of nuclear annihilation.
Fr. Charlie Diedrick St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Elyria, OH
The Diocese of Cleveland encouraged its churches including ours to move their assets into a socially responsible account with PNC. It would seem fitting that the bank would divest itself of all investments in the nuclear arms production.
The Diocese of Cleveland encouraged its churches including ours to move their assets into a socially responsible account with PNC. It would seem fitting that the bank would divest itself of all investments in the nuclear arms production.
Melissa Fry WILPF, Fresno Beach, Fresno, CA
I wish all banks in my state and elsewhere would do the same and am working toward those efforts in my city and state.
I wish all banks in my state and elsewhere would do the same and am working toward those efforts in my city and state.
Kevin Ashe Brick, NJ
Dan Divis Lorain, OH
Rev. Bernard (Bob) Bonnot AUSCP, Struthers, OH
Louis Arcenaeaux, c.m. Congregation of the Mission, Western Province, USA, New Orleans, LA
Rev. Donald Cozzens Shaker Heights, OH
John Warner Louisville, OH
Travis Frampton Rochester Hills, MI
Ed Hoover Northwest Ohio Peace Coalition, Perrysburg, OH
I'm in support of the petition to stop investing in the "Bomb". Nuclear weapons are not promoting life, but death.
I'm in support of the petition to stop investing in the "Bomb". Nuclear weapons are not promoting life, but death.
Peter Shell Pittsburgh, PA
Rev. Timothy M. Kummerer Catholic Diocese of Toledo, New Riegel, OH
Richard Gonser Saint Jude Church, Elyria, OH
Robert Reinhart AUSCP, Toledo, OH
Why should you not bank the bombs ? It is the right thing to do. Our planet depends on it.
Why should you not bank the bombs ? It is the right thing to do. Our planet depends on it.
Richard E. Notter Catholic Diocese of Toledo, Toledo, OH
I do not agree with financing nuclear bombs.
I do not agree with financing nuclear bombs.
Edward Littelmann Catholic Priests, Toledo, OH
Broad challenge to show leadership in!
Broad challenge to show leadership in!
Fr. Lawrence E. Mick Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Dayton, OH
Fr. Thomas Weston, SJ Jesuits West, USA, Oakland, CA
Dr. Marcus Mescher Associate Professor of Christian Ethics, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH
John Thomas Lane, SSS Roman Catholic Priest & Pastor, Saint Paschal Baylon, Highland Heights, OH
Please help us maintain peace in our world.
Please help us maintain peace in our world.
Frank Eckart Retired Priest, AUSCP member, Toledo, OH
Fr. John Rose Diocese of Syracuse, East Syracuse, NY
I would appreciate your leadership in divesting from support of nuclear weapons.
I would appreciate your leadership in divesting from support of nuclear weapons.
Fr. Charles Denny Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo, Perrysburg, OH
Tina Darragh Greenbelt, MD
Please put a hold on nuclear weapons.
Please put a hold on nuclear weapons.
Sr. Althea Anne Spencer Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God, Pittsburgh, PA
Malini Dominey Santa Fe, NM
Ermyn King former resident of Pittsburgh and State College, PA, Gaithersburg, MD
As an arts in health professional who has worked at the bedside of wounded and injured military service members from recent conflicts at the largest military medical center in the USA and world, I have seen the enduring impacts of weapons of war on human life up close. Though my family has had PNC Bank accounts in the past, as long as PNC supports and invests in entities involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons, banking with PNC will never again be morally possible for me...and I will share this stance within my networks of like-minded others in and connected to multiple locations with PNC Banks.
As an arts in health professional who has worked at the bedside of wounded and injured military service members from recent conflicts at the largest military medical center in the USA and world, I have seen the enduring impacts of weapons of war on human life up close. Though my family has had PNC Bank accounts in the past, as long as PNC supports and invests in entities involved in the manufacture of nuclear weapons, banking with PNC will never again be morally possible for me...and I will share this stance within my networks of like-minded others in and connected to multiple locations with PNC Banks.
April Lambert Philadelphia, PA
Bishop John Stowe Catholic Diocese of Lexington, Lexington, KY
The Catholic Diocese of Lexington does banking and investment with PNC and is concerned about the bank's involvement in allowing the continued production of nuclear weapons and threatening the safety and security of the world while using valuable funds that could better prevent war by providing food and basic necessities to the inhabitants of countries who build and maintain nuclear weapons.
The Catholic Diocese of Lexington does banking and investment with PNC and is concerned about the bank's involvement in allowing the continued production of nuclear weapons and threatening the safety and security of the world while using valuable funds that could better prevent war by providing food and basic necessities to the inhabitants of countries who build and maintain nuclear weapons.
Rev. Thomas McCarthy Association of US Catholic Priests, Hubbard, OH
Please join the cause of using nuclear power only for peaceful ways of advancing our civilization.
Please join the cause of using nuclear power only for peaceful ways of advancing our civilization.
Joseph Murray Green Party, Reading, PA
Invest in green industries not radioctive dinosaurs.
Invest in green industries not radioctive dinosaurs.
Kathy Grabowski Sunday's Bread, Pittsburgh, PA
Amy Reich Green Party Voter, Proctorville, OH
Joseph A. Dantona Salem, OH
Joseph Torma Alliance Catholic Worker, Alliance, OH
Ericka Williams Rodriguez Carbon County Catholic Worker, Nesquehoning, PA
Jennifer Jin Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Jimmy Zeng Pittsburgh, PA
Ben Jimenez, SJ Society of Jesus, Cleveland, OH
Fr. Gregory Swiderski Pittsburgh, PA
Recently the Vatican issued a statement which wrote that God cannot bless sin. The world over refugees face horrific living, if their experience can be called living, while the many governments waste financial resources on nuclear weapons which would annihilate this planet and all of our creatures...certainly a sin.
Recently the Vatican issued a statement which wrote that God cannot bless sin. The world over refugees face horrific living, if their experience can be called living, while the many governments waste financial resources on nuclear weapons which would annihilate this planet and all of our creatures...certainly a sin.
Joseph V. Kurutz Roman Catholic Priest, Bethel Park, PA
As a responsible business who need people to survive and do commerce, you should be willing to support the continuation of decent humanity. The human race needs responsible large firms to wake people up to the danger of nuclear weapons.
As a responsible business who need people to survive and do commerce, you should be willing to support the continuation of decent humanity. The human race needs responsible large firms to wake people up to the danger of nuclear weapons.
Vinny Mckiernan St. Thomas More Newman Center, Columbus, OH
Fr. Charles F. Klinger AUSCP, Columbus, OH
This will help you sleep better at night.
This will help you sleep better at night.
Nick Miele Pax Christi USA, Bellingham, WA
Nora Nash Director of CSR, Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Aston, PA
I am saddened by the fact that PNC has evaded its responsibility to society and the environment by financing nuclear weapons. At this time of global pandemic, mass migration, climate change and racial inequities, PNC could find some better ways to contribute to the common good.
I am saddened by the fact that PNC has evaded its responsibility to society and the environment by financing nuclear weapons. At this time of global pandemic, mass migration, climate change and racial inequities, PNC could find some better ways to contribute to the common good.
Nicolette Kier Pittsburgh, PA
I'm honest to God shocked by a quality bank's involvement in what can only be called preemptive destruction. I recommended PNC to everyone I know, and now I regret it.
PNC: You're better than this.
So do better than this.
I'm honest to God shocked by a quality bank's involvement in what can only be called preemptive destruction. I recommended PNC to everyone I know, and now I regret it.
PNC: You're better than this.
So do better than this.
Jane Hutton Association of Pittsburgh Priests, Pittsburgh, PA
Having an account from 1965....I love PNC bank. My husband and I have stock in PNC. I am so shocked that PNC is actually investing in nuclear weapon advancement. We in the USA have enough nuclear weapons to blow up the world ....like, 100 times over. Only takes a mistake for someone here or abroad to start the end of the world. Please, please change this investment in anti-life stockpiles. We cannot afford to have any more of these terrible weapons. If anything we should decrease or eliminate the weapons here and in the other countries by treaty to lower the risk of annihilation. These weapons are immoral and dangerous. Our future lives depend on human survival.
Having an account from 1965....I love PNC bank. My husband and I have stock in PNC. I am so shocked that PNC is actually investing in nuclear weapon advancement. We in the USA have enough nuclear weapons to blow up the world ....like, 100 times over. Only takes a mistake for someone here or abroad to start the end of the world. Please, please change this investment in anti-life stockpiles. We cannot afford to have any more of these terrible weapons. If anything we should decrease or eliminate the weapons here and in the other countries by treaty to lower the risk of annihilation. These weapons are immoral and dangerous. Our future lives depend on human survival.
Msgr. Charles L. Brown III Retired priest, Diocese of Wilmington, New Castle, DE
Marilyn Antonik AUSCP, Wilmette, IL
I’m concerned that I have an account at a Bank that supports nuclear weapons that are devastating to people and to all of creation. Please eliminate your investments in nuclear holdings now! If I don’t see progress in this, I’ll have to close my account. Thank you!
I’m concerned that I have an account at a Bank that supports nuclear weapons that are devastating to people and to all of creation. Please eliminate your investments in nuclear holdings now! If I don’t see progress in this, I’ll have to close my account. Thank you!
Friar Justin Belitz, OFM The Franciscan Hermitage, Indianapolis, IN
We are sending this request to members of our constituency. God bless your time, your, dedication, your expertise, We have you and your organization in our Prayer Box. Love and spiritual support! Justin & the Hermitage Family
We are sending this request to members of our constituency. God bless your time, your, dedication, your expertise, We have you and your organization in our Prayer Box. Love and spiritual support! Justin & the Hermitage Family
James Gutting Father, Bradford, PA
Deacon Matthew Ochalek Erie, PA
Always immoral and now illegal, nuclear weapons must be rejected. PNC, stop banking the bomb!
Always immoral and now illegal, nuclear weapons must be rejected. PNC, stop banking the bomb!
Carol Gilbert, OP ICAN, Washington, DC
Vicki Elson NuclearBan.US, Northampton, MA
NOBODY should profit from weapons of mass extinction!
NOBODY should profit from weapons of mass extinction!
Rev. Robert Reidy Catholic Church Diocese of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH
Our Diocese does much business with the PNC Bank, e.g. pension fund and investments.
Our Diocese does much business with the PNC Bank, e.g. pension fund and investments.
Bruce Simmeth Retired, West Seneca, NY
Very important to move away from the continuing production of nuclear bombs towards the increased funding of anti-poverty programs, such as the expansion of SNAP, the increased funding for our Child Nutrition Programs and making the expansion of the Child Tax Credit permanent.
Very important to move away from the continuing production of nuclear bombs towards the increased funding of anti-poverty programs, such as the expansion of SNAP, the increased funding for our Child Nutrition Programs and making the expansion of the Child Tax Credit permanent.
Myra Mann Pittsburgh, PA
Evelyn Christie St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Pittsburgh, PA
Janet Pitta Pittsburgh, PA
Teress Wilson Claremont, CA
Sherrone Battle Washington, DC
Philip Reiss member Veterans For Peace, Bethlehem, PA
Stop facilitating production of war materials!
Stop facilitating production of war materials!
Joe Guthrie Pittsburgh, PA
John Modell Pittsburgh, PA
Though not a shareholder or the holder of a PNC Bank account, PNC is now the closest bank to me, and I would contemplate shifting my account to there from the more distant local bank. But not while you support, by your investment strategy, nuclear war capability!
Though not a shareholder or the holder of a PNC Bank account, PNC is now the closest bank to me, and I would contemplate shifting my account to there from the more distant local bank. But not while you support, by your investment strategy, nuclear war capability!
Kit Baril Party for Socialism & Liberation, Pittsburgh, PA
Joan Underwood Topeka, KS
Moni McIntyre Pittsburgh, PA
For too long we have been building nuclear weapons in order to destroy or threaten to destroy one another. Can we use this money to build communities by reducing college tuition costs and helping those with minimum wage jobs?
For too long we have been building nuclear weapons in order to destroy or threaten to destroy one another. Can we use this money to build communities by reducing college tuition costs and helping those with minimum wage jobs?
Carolyn Winschel Sisters of Divine Providence, Allison Park, PA
Looking forward to it!
Looking forward to it!
Roberta Zolkoski Pittsburgh, PA
What an opportunity to be a better PNC Bank on a better planet!
What an opportunity to be a better PNC Bank on a better planet!
Mary E. Shaw Carbondale, PA
Carolyn Taylor First Presbyterian Church of Greensburg, PA, Greensburg, PA
I'm writing to express solidarity with my brothers and sisters of Pax Christi, Greensburg, PA, a local chapter of PaxChristi USA, itself a part of an international organization of the same name. My checking account is with PNC, and I'm horrified to know that you're attempting to profit by investing in such barbaric technology as the production of nuclear weaponry. Beyond that, I'd hate to learn that you'd even consider merely investing in the nuclear generation of electricity. Those familiar with Connecticut Yankee Atomic Power know that the people who once bought electricity from that company now pay an exceedingly-large portion of their current electric bills just to fund the storage of forever-deadly spent nuclear fuel rods, etc on the former site of that now-closed plant. I encourage PNC to get out of the recently -- outlawed production of nuclear weapons and go even further by suggesting you also avoid the funding of nuclear power generation if you don't already do so.
I'm writing to express solidarity with my brothers and sisters of Pax Christi, Greensburg, PA, a local chapter of PaxChristi USA, itself a part of an international organization of the same name. My checking account is with PNC, and I'm horrified to know that you're attempting to profit by investing in such barbaric technology as the production of nuclear weaponry. Beyond that, I'd hate to learn that you'd even consider merely investing in the nuclear generation of electricity. Those familiar with Connecticut Yankee Atomic Power know that the people who once bought electricity from that company now pay an exceedingly-large portion of their current electric bills just to fund the storage of forever-deadly spent nuclear fuel rods, etc on the former site of that now-closed plant. I encourage PNC to get out of the recently -- outlawed production of nuclear weapons and go even further by suggesting you also avoid the funding of nuclear power generation if you don't already do so.
Stephen Sheridan Pittsburgh, PA
Ingrid Brown Wichita, KS
Miriam Elliott Pax Christi USA, Gainesville, FL
Now that I know that PNC finances nuclear weapons I will not consider banking with PNC.
Now that I know that PNC finances nuclear weapons I will not consider banking with PNC.
Theron Gilliland, Jr. Green Party of Allegheny County member, Pittsburgh, PA
Cathy Rowan Bronx, NY
Alfred Meyer Physicians for Social Responsibility, New York, NY
Please use the power of your bank to foster life and well being rather than nuclear destruction of our planet earth.
Please use the power of your bank to foster life and well being rather than nuclear destruction of our planet earth.
Barbara Smith Crossville, TN
Please stop financing the ongoing manufacture and stockpiling of nuclear weapons.
Please stop financing the ongoing manufacture and stockpiling of nuclear weapons.
Christine Graziano Pittsburgh, PA
If you do not respond to this petition and make a change as requested here, we will be taking our money out of your Bank.
If you do not respond to this petition and make a change as requested here, we will be taking our money out of your Bank.
Lois Campbell Pittsburgh, PA
Carol Serafin Ligonier, PA
Cecilia Sheffield Richfield, MN
Gillian F. Sedona, AZ
Mary Manning Boardman, OH
Randall Malick Fairlawn, OH
Corporate America needs to be responsible to its citizens and those of the rest of the world.
Corporate America needs to be responsible to its citizens and those of the rest of the world.
Robin Krofcheck St. James Parish, Amity, PA
Do the right thing
Do the right thing
Sr. Marian Sgriccia School Sisters of St. Francis, Pittsburgh, PA
Carolyn Weithorn Sisters of St. Joseph, Conway, PA
Patricia Marida Ohio Nuclear Free Network, Columbus, OH
I belong to a credit union because they do not invest in nuclear power.
I belong to a credit union because they do not invest in nuclear power.
Barbara Allaire Sacred Heart/Our Lady Help of Chrisitians, Newton, MA
In the name of God and the whole human family, stop funding the development of nuclear weapons!
In the name of God and the whole human family, stop funding the development of nuclear weapons!
Elbert Kuhns Clarksville, PA
Rebecca Kuhns St. Matthias Parish, Clarksville, PA
Elizabeth Kuhns Clarksville, PA
Fr. George Mackey Ambridge, PA
Joseph Blatney Greensburg, PA
This is the reason i refuse to get a pnc account.
This is the reason i refuse to get a pnc account.
Jane Mccafferty Pittsburgh, PA
William Saunders East Pittsburgh, PA
Nuclear war is one of the biggest threats to all of our existence. As a high school social studies teacher it is always a topic that grabs students attention and jerks them into an awareness of world crises. PNC must think about their futures and all ours.
Nuclear war is one of the biggest threats to all of our existence. As a high school social studies teacher it is always a topic that grabs students attention and jerks them into an awareness of world crises. PNC must think about their futures and all ours.
Mia DeCataldo Oakland, PA
Reiss Veltri Pittsburgh, PA
I will be pulling my account and credit cards if something isn’t done.
I will be pulling my account and credit cards if something isn’t done.
James McCarville Association of Pittsburgh Priests, Pittsburgh, PA
Pat Ferrone Pax Christi MA and St. Susanna Pax Christi, Needham, MA
I will try to determine which bank the Archdiocese of Boston uses for establishing pension funds for their priests.
I will try to determine which bank the Archdiocese of Boston uses for establishing pension funds for their priests.